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Planning in Widford

Approved
90%
101 of 110 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Chelmsford City CouncilCouncil page

Around Widford

Postcode districts

CM2 437 applications in the last 12 monthsCM1 549 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chelmsford City Council

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About Widford

Widford is a district in Chelmsford, Essex, located 1.5 miles southwest of the city centre. Once an independent village, it now features a blend of residential, industrial, and rural spaces, primarily situated south of the River Can and east of the River Wid. Since its incorporation into Chelmsford in 1934, Widford has become an integral part of the city's development landscape, making it a relevant area for planning applications and local projects. It sits within the Chelmsford district.

The area around Widford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widford 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 Widford, 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, 131 planning applications were submitted near Widford. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), tree works (30), discharge of conditions (8).

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Widford?
In the last 24 months, 131 planning applications were submitted near Widford. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Widford?
The average planning decision time near Widford is 52 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 Widford?
The planning approval rate near Widford is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Widford?
The most common type of planning application near Widford is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Widford?
You can search and track planning applications near Widford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.