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Epping Forest planning applications
5,786 applications. 76% approved. 56 days to decide.
As of October 2026, PlanIndex holds 5,786 planning applications from Epping Forest. 856 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 76% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Epping Forest: 1,334 applications received in the last year, 856 decisions published.
Epping Forest takes a median of 56 days to decide a planning application. See how that compares.
All applications
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EPF/1877/26 Awaiting decision
50, Queens Road, Loughton, IG10 1RS
Erection of a single-storey rear extension following the demolition of existing rear elements.
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EPF/1874/26 Awaiting decision
1 Lilac Cottages, Matching Green, Harlow, CM17 0PR
Matching Green Conservation Area T1: Willow - Crown reduce, as specified.
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EPF/1859/26 Awaiting decision
29, Blackacre Road, Theydon Bois, Epping, CM16 7LT
Proposed side extension and installation of rooflights to the rear roof.
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EPF/1862/26 Awaiting decision
The Residents Association, The Bowls, Chigwell, IG7 6ND
TPO/EPF/14/08 G1 - 11 x Limes - Avenue of tree- reduce height by 2-3 Metres, reduce spread by 2 Metres - this is to contain the avenue of growth from obstructing the road side and parking spaces beneath crowns and allowing more light to buildings.
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EPF/1865/26 Awaiting decision
35, Skarnings Court, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3HE
Proposed front porch extension.
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EPF/1858/26 Awaiting decision
59, Lower Swaines, Epping, CM16 5ES
Integral garage conversion and chimney breast removal as part of a ground floor refurbishment to provide a sustainable open plan kitchen/living/dining space.
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EPF/1864/26 Awaiting decision
80, Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1QN
Proposed pavement crossing, dropped kerb and driveway.
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EPF/1853/26 Awaiting decision
35 Oak Piece, North Weald Bassett, Epping, CM16 6JH
Single and two storey rear extension
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EPF/1847/26 Awaiting decision
Copped Hall Estate, High Road, Epping, CM16 5HS
Copped Hall Conservation Area 0CHD: Oak - Fell.
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EPF/1854/26 Awaiting decision
Readings Farm , Norton Heath Road Old A414, High Ongar , Ingatestone, CM4 0LP
Change of use of an agricultural building to a commercial business use (Use Class E)
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EPF/1846/26 Awaiting decision
Land adjacent to Recreation Ground, Lower Swaines, Epping, CM16 5ER
TPO/EPF/08/92 (Ref: W1) 0CJ3: Hawthorn - Coppice, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1869/26 Awaiting decision
Land adjacent to Recreation Ground, Lower Swaines, Epping, CM16 5ER
TPO/EPF/08/92 (Ref: W1) 0AKC: Norway Maple - Fell and replace, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1867/26 Awaiting decision
Warlies, Horseshoe Hill, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3SL
TPO/EPF/77/10 (Ref: A1) 0CGZ: Lime - Fell and replace, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1856/26 Awaiting decision
63, Farm Hill Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1NG
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed use of garage for dog grooming service.
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EPF/1845/26 Awaiting decision
Warlies, Horseshoe Hill, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3SL
TPO/EPF/77/10 (Ref: A1) 06LP & 0CHO: Lime - Pollard to 6m, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1855/26 Awaiting decision
Tudor Lodge, Common Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2DF
Demolition of existing residential outbuildings. Erection of 1 no. four bedroom detached dwelling with associated parking, new vehicle access and air source heat pump.
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EPF/1851/26 Awaiting decision
Southview, Coopersale Common, Coopersale, Epping, CM16 7QT
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 7 Types and Colours of External Finishes of EPF/1808/24 (Demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings, the construction of six residential dwellings, creation of new vehicular access, car parking, landscaping and associated works).
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EPF/1852/26 Awaiting decision
69, Monkswood Avenue, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1LD
Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of a single-storey rear extension
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EPF/1848/26 Awaiting decision
3C, Lavender Cottage, Cripsey Avenue, Ongar, CM5 0AT
Variation of Condition 3 Matching Materials of EPF/2332/24 (Construction of a new dwelling house with vehicular access).
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EPF/1850/26 Awaiting decision
The Retreat, Market Place , Abridge , RM4 1AU
Certificate of Lawfulness confirming that development of the site as constructed implements and does not run contrary to the decision issued under reference EPF/1471/17.
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EPF/1849/26 Awaiting decision
15, The Avenue, Loughton, IG10 4PT
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed enlargement of existing dormer.
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EPF/1839/26 Awaiting decision
Park Farm, Park Farm Nursery, Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey, E4 7RG
Proposed erection of 8x houses.
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EPF/2601/22/DOV Awaiting decision
Land to the South & East of the former Chimes Garden Centre, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, EN10 6RJ
Deed of Variation for modification of Unilateral Undertaking (Outline application for the redevelopment of the site to provide up to 52 later living apartments (Extra Care Housing) incorporating a convenience shop and café (use class E); 13 retirement cottages (Extra Care Housing); 10 self-build & custom build houses; 4 affordable houses, open space, bowling green, children's play area and improved local bus service; all matters reserved except access).
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EPF/1840/26 Awaiting decision
19, Bury Road, Epping, CM16 5ET
Variation of Condition 5 Matching Materials of EPF/1609/24 (Part single, part double storey rear extension, roof replacement to crown roof with rear dormer and side roof windows, along with alterations to fenestrations).
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EPF/1843/26 Awaiting decision
Leys Business Centre, Chelmsford Road, High Ongar, Ongar, CM5 9NW
Retrospective construction of car parking area.
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EPF/1842/26 Awaiting decision
Land Northeast of Lodge Farm Nazeing Common Nazeing Essex CM16 6FS
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed installation of standby emergency diesel generator and diesel storage tank (GC0156).
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EPF/1844/26 Awaiting decision
2 Warden Hall Cottages, Fyfield Road, Willingale, Ongar, CM5 0QB
Demolition of existing side extension. Proposed two storey extension to side and rear and proposed single storey rear extension. (Amended application to EPF/0274/26).
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EPF/1833/26 Awaiting decision
6, The Fountains, Loughton, IG10 4RZ
TPO/EPF/24/86, TPO/EPF/04/98 T1 & T2: Poplar - Fell and replace, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1838/26 Awaiting decision
28, Ollards Grove, Loughton, IG10 4DW
Variation of Condition 2 Plan numbers of EPF/1484/26 (Replacement Single Dwelling House).
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EPF/1829/26 Awaiting decision
Rosario, High Road, Thornwood, Epping, CM16 6LU
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 8 Contaminated Land of EPF/0332/22 (Outline Application for proposed demolition of existing buildings followed by comprehensive development of up to 62 new homes (inclusive of 40% onsite affordable housing), landscaping, community orchard, new access, parking and circa 1.9 ha of public open space).
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EPF/1827/26 Awaiting decision
Land adj Donum, Harlow Road, Roydon, CM19 5HE
Outline planning application for the erection of 3 new dwellings with details of layout, access, and landscaping submitted for approval, with all other matters (appearance and scale) reserved.
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EPF/1834/26 Awaiting decision
Lakeside Nursery, North Street, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2NW
(1) Proposed replacement of existing building 1 with building for vehicle repairs and vehicle storage; and (2) Replacement of existing buildings 3, 4, and 5 with building for class B8 use.
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EPF/1835/26 Awaiting decision
19, Habgood Road, Loughton, IG10 1HF
Single storey rear extension with flat roof.
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EPF/1836/26 Awaiting decision
Hastingwood Farm, Hastingwood Road, Hastingwood, Harlow, CM17 9JX
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 4 Contaminated Land, 5 Surface Water Drainage, 6 Hard and Soft Landscaping and 7 EVP of EPF/0644/26 (Change of use of garage building to form 2 no. Self-contained residential dwellings to include extension with associated private amenity areas, landscaping and car parking).
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EPF/1837/26 Awaiting decision
Great Gregories House, Theydon Road, Theydon Bois, Epping, CM16 4EF
Infill extension of existing garage to create space for miscellaneous storage.
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EPF/1831/26 Awaiting decision
46, Valley Hill, Loughton, IG10 3AL
Loft conversion with hip-to-gable roof extension, rear facing dormer and two front roof windows. Replacement side elevation staircase window.
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EPF/1830/26 Awaiting decision
69, Church Hill, Loughton, IG10 1QP
Variation of Condition 2 Plan Numbers of EPF/1500/26 (no 3 bedroom houses in total, in a terrace configuration).
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EPF/1832/26 Awaiting decision
214, Upshire Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3PX
Variation of Condition 2 Plan Numbers of EPF/1572/24 (Construction of new dwelling with a detached garage).
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EPF/1825/26 Awaiting decision
37, Spareleaze Hill, Loughton, IG10 1BS
Replacement of the existing orangery with a two-storey rear extension, a two-storey front extension, a brick boundary wall with vehicular sliding gates, and an associated outbuilding.
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EPF/1824/26 Awaiting decision
35, Ongar Road, Lambourne, Romford, RM4 1UD
Part first floor rear extension.
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EPF/1820/26 Awaiting decision
19, Buxton Road, Theydon Bois, Epping, CM16 7HD
Proposed two storey side extension, ground floor rear extension, loft conversion and internal alterations.
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EPF/1822/26 Awaiting decision
Land west of 200, Roundhills, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1UN
Erection of 2 no. residential dwellings, alterations to existing vehicular crossover and associated works.
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EPF/1819/26 Awaiting decision
Pentonville Lodge, Waltham Road, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2LU
Variation of Condition 2 Plan numbers of EPF/0661/16 (Proposed additional stables, staff facilities and equipment storage including on site accommodation).
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EPF/1815/26 Awaiting decision
Shingle Hall Cottage, Upland Road, Epping Upland, Epping, CM16 6PD
Conversion of existing agricultural barn to create one dwelling, including demolition of existing lean-to extension and associated external alterations.
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EPF/1810/26 Awaiting decision
Land opposite 70 Bower Hill, Epping, CM16 7AW
TPO/EPF/25/08 T14: Oak - Monolith at up to 3.5m, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1811/26 Awaiting decision
High Acre, Norwood End, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RW
Prior Approval for additional storey over the principal part of the dwelling with materials to match existing.
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EPF/1816/26 Granted
38, Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5BY
Non-Material Amendment to EPF/2149/21 Allowed on Appeal (Alterations and extension to create three flats, with amended retail space to the front).
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EPF/1809/26 Awaiting decision
7, Ripley View, Loughton, IG10 2PB
TPO/EPF/29/08 (Ref: T4, T5, T6) T1: Ash - Crown reduce height by up to 4m and lateral spread by up to 2m, as specified. T2: Norway Maple -Crown reduce height by up to 3m and lateral spread by up to 1m, as specified. T3: Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce height by up to 4m and lateral spread by up to 2m, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1814/26 Awaiting decision
Cedar Lodge, Church Lane, Sheering, Harlow, CM22 7NR
Certificate of Lawfulness for existing use of garden.
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EPF/1813/26 Awaiting decision
50, Queens Road, Loughton, IG10 1RS
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer and front roof lights.
Recent decisions
Data to October 2026
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EPF/1703/26 Granted
1, The Gables, Church Lane, Loughton, IG10 1PD
Certificate of Lawful Development Proposed Removal of garage door. Construct a wall with a window and door to replace the garage door. Minor alterations to the inside of the garage to create a home office and store room.
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EPF/1435/26 Refused
7 Valley Drive, Stapleford Road, Stapleford Abbotts, RM4 1EJ
Change of use of part of amenity buffer to residential curtilage for no. 7.
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EPF/1655/26 Granted
27, Chestnut Avenue, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 6EN
Certificate of Lawful Development proposed loft conversion with rear dormer.
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EPF/1577/26 Granted
73, Hemnall Street, Epping, CM16 4ND
TPO/EPF/28/08 T1: Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce, as specified. Crown thin, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.
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EPF/1486/26 Granted
104, The Drive, Loughton, IG10 1HL
New outbuilding/ garden room to be used as a home office.
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EPF/1816/26 Granted
38, Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5BY
Non-Material Amendment to EPF/2149/21 Allowed on Appeal (Alterations and extension to create three flats, with amended retail space to the front).
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EPF/0633/26 Granted
Willow Court, 23A Highbridge Street, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1BZ
Non-Material amendment to EPF/0765/09 (Proposed new build for a 10 bedroom (C2 Use Class) residential care home /healthcare home - revised application).
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EPF/1770/26 Granted
Garden House, Harlow Road, Moreton, Ongar, CM5 0LE
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 Additional Details from EPF/1161/26 (Grade II Listed Building Consent for replacement windows).
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EPF/1712/26 Decided
12, Mount Pleasant Road, Chigwell, IG7 5ER
demolition of the existing extension and creation of a single-storey rear extension of 6.0m deep
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EPF/1723/26 Decided
27, Chestnut Avenue, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 6EN
Proposed 6m deep single storey rear extension.
The full record
Decisions between 2000 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 5,141 decisions from Epping Forest between 2000 and 2026, part of 5,786 applications on record. Over that period 75% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 3,523 granted against 1,145 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 1,269 applications recorded.
The trailing-year figures above track current activity. This record reaches back further, so a decision here may predate the online portal; each application still has its own page with the source link.
From the archive
Earliest records shown in full
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AGR/EPF/1162/00 Granted
BILLINGSBOURNE FARM, MILLERS LANE, CHIGWELL, ESSEX, IG7 6DG
Agricultural determination for feed store.
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LB/EPF/1275/00 Decided
INGOLDS (5 BONDS COTTAGES), SCHOOL LANE, BEAUCHAMP RODING, ONGAR, ESSEX, CM5 0PG
Listed building application for porch and single storey extn
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EPF/1168/00 Withdrawn
WENSLEY HOUSE, BELL COMMON, EPPING UPLAND
Renewal of planning permission EPF/407/95 for demolition of garage and outbuilding, and erection of 1 and 1/2 storey bedroom wing with asssociated kitchen, roof terrace and conservatory.
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CAC/EPF/1169/00 Withdrawn
WENSLEY HOUSE, BELL COMMON, EPPING UPLAND
Renewal of conservation area consent for the demolition of existing garage and derelict former cricket pavilion.
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EPF/1138/00 Withdrawn
92 CHURCH HILL, LOUGHTON
Conversion of bungalow to a two storey dwelling house.
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EPF/1026/00 Granted
76 THE LINDENS, LOUGHTON
Rear conservatory.
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TEL/EPF/1349/00 Withdrawn
COPPED HALL GARDEN NURSERY, HIGH ROAD, EPPING, ESSEX, CM16 4DH
Instalation of telecommunications apparatus.
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EPF/1234/00 Granted
30 NORTH DENE, CHIGWELL
Loft conversion including two rear dormer windows.
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AGR/EPF/1176/00 Refused
THE BUNGALOW, 89 LONDON ROAD, ABRIDGE, ROMFORD, RM4 1XL
Agricultural determination application for agricultural storage building.
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EPF/1271/00 Withdrawn
40 HONEY LANE, WALTHAM ABBEY
Loft conversion and formation of rear dormer.
Decision speed
12 months to October 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 505 59%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 208 24%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 143 17%
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Applications by ward in Epping Forest
- Broadley Common, Epping Upland and Nazeing 80
- Buckhurst Hill East and Whitebridge 117
- Buckhurst Hill West 233
- Chigwell Village 153
- Chigwell with Lambourne 227
- DC Admin 80
- DC North 163
- DC South 346
- Epping East 189
- Epping West and Rural 275
- Grange Hill 243
- Hastingwood, Matching and Sheering Village 80
- Lambourne 42
- Loughton Alderton 45
- Loughton Broadway 38
- Loughton Fairmead 65
- Loughton Forest 225
- Loughton Roding 117
- Loughton St. John's 201
- Loughton St. Mary's 98
- Moreton and Fyfield 66
- North Weald Bassett 134
- Ongar 159
- Passingford 119
- Roydon 43
- Roydon and Lower Nazeing 312
- Rural East 306
- Theydon Bois with Passingford 316
- Trees & Landscape 27
- Waltham Abbey Honey Lane 39
- Waltham Abbey North 114
- Waltham Abbey Paternoster 35
- Waltham Abbey South and Rural 225
- Waltham Abbey West 144
- X-DC 521
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Common questions
How many planning applications does Epping Forest decide?
In the 12 months to October 2026, Epping Forest decided 856 planning applications. 76% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in Epping Forest?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 56 days over the 12 months to October 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Epping Forest decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 856 decisions in the 12 months to October 2026 where both dates are published, 59% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 83% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has Epping Forest decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 5141 decisions from Epping Forest between 2000 and 2026, out of 5,786 applications on record. Across that whole period 75% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in Epping Forest?
June 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to October 2026, with 229 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
Every application indexed here has its own page at a stable address. Look the reference up in a search engine together with the council name, or browse the latest applications below. Each page shows the description, address, dates and decision as the council published them.
Where can I see the full documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports stay on Epping Forest's own planning portal. Every application page here links straight to the source record.
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Epping Forest: 5,786 planning applications on record as of October 2026. Trailing 12 months: 856 decided, 76% approved, median 56 days to a decision. 1,334 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2000 and 2026: 5,141 in total, 75% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.
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