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Planning in West Heath

Approved
83%
33 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Heath in the last 24 months, from Birmingham City Council's planning register.

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Around West Heath

Postcode districts

B31 89 applications in the last 12 monthsB38 38 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Birmingham City Council

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About West Heath

West Heath is a residential area in Birmingham, England, located on the border with Worcestershire. It predominantly falls within the Longbridge and West Heath ward and is bordered by Kings Norton, Northfield, Longbridge, and Cofton Hackett. The area, which features traditional heathland dating back to the 13th century, was historically part of Worcestershire, making it relevant for planning applications related to both urban development and preservation of its historical landscape. It sits within the Birmingham district.

The area around West Heath has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Heath planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near West Heath, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near West Heath. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Heath?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near West Heath. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Heath?
The average planning decision time near West Heath is 85 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near West Heath?
The planning approval rate near West Heath is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Heath?
The most common type of planning application near West Heath is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near West Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.