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Richmond upon Thames planning applications

18,356 applications. 89% approved. 46 days to decide.

As of October 2026, PlanIndex holds 18,356 planning applications from Richmond upon Thames. 3,935 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 89% of clear-cut outcomes approved.

Richmond upon Thames: 4,025 applications received in the last year, 3,935 decisions published.

3,935
Decided 12 months to October 2026
4,025
New applications 12 months to October 2026
703
Awaiting decision

Richmond upon Thames takes a median of 49 days to decide a planning application. See how that compares.

All applications

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  • PA26/3420 Awaiting decision

    129 Lower Mortlake Road Richmond TW9 2LP

    Conversion of existing loftspace into habitable rooms with dormers to rear over main house and offshot

    Submitted 8 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3447 Awaiting decision

    KNELLER HALL ROYAL MILITARY SCHOOL OF MUSIC KNELLER ROAD TWICKENHAM TW2 7DU

    Details pursuant to condition 5 - Sample panels of brickwork (heritage assets) of listed building consent 22/3005/LBC.

    Submitted 8 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3417 Awaiting decision

    The Manor House, Ham Street, Ham, Richmond Upon Thames, TW10 7HA

    Details pursuant to Condition 4 Part 2 and Part 3 (External Details) of planning reference PA25/4108

    Submitted 8 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3421 Awaiting decision

    Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Green, Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB

    Non-material amendment to planning permission PA25/3688 for Replacement of existing Brentford Gate ticket kiosks - to allow relocating the proposed building to the northeast by 1.1m; reduction in overall building length by 2m; simplification of external metalwork and railings; reduced new resin-bound gravel external surface; and addition of small external storage box for wheelchairs to replace internal storage room.

    Submitted 8 Oct 2026 Amendments
  • PA26/3415 Awaiting decision

    Parkway House, Sheen Lane, London

    Details pursuant to Condition C12. Cycle Parking and Condition C15. Hard Landscaping of planning reference PA25/2106

    Submitted 7 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3432 Awaiting decision

    Parkway House, Sheen Lane, London

    Details pursuant to Condition C7. External Illumination, of planning permission PA25/2106.

    Submitted 6 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3423 Awaiting decision

    95 Selkirk Road Twickenham TW2 6PT

    Construction of single storey rear extension, 4.3m in depth, 3m in height and 3m in height to eaves.

    Submitted 6 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3433 Awaiting decision

    Parkway House, Sheen Lane, London

    Details pursuant to Condition C10. Partially Reinstate Footway, of planning permission PA25/2106.

    Submitted 6 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3405 Awaiting decision

    20, First and Second Floor, Church Street, Twickenham

    Details pursuant to conditions C3 (glazing compliance testing) and C6 (parking permits restriction) of planning permission PA25/2955.

    Submitted 6 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3395 Awaiting decision

    289, 2, Kings Ride House, Sheen Road, Richmond, TW10 5AW

    Erection of a single-storey ground-floor extension with corner glazing and rooflight, together with internal remodelling.

    Submitted 5 Oct 2026 Full applications
  • PA26/3397 Awaiting decision

    199, Lichfield Court, Sheen Road, Richmond, TW9 1BB

    Existing bath to be replaced by walk in shower Existing sink to be replaced with vanity unit

    Submitted 5 Oct 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
  • PA26/3400 Awaiting decision

    27A, The Quadrant, Richmond, TW9 1DN

    Proposed 3no. internally digital screens; 1no internally illuminated letters. All internally sited.

    Submitted 5 Oct 2026 Advertising
  • PA26/3389 Awaiting decision

    39, Shacklegate Lane, Teddington, TW11 8SF

    The existing 4.55 m deep ground-floor rear extension is to be extended by 1.45 m. The existing pitched roof will also be extended, with the overall height remaining unchanged (6m overall depth, 2.41m eaves height, 3.78m overall height).

    Submitted 5 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3403 Awaiting decision

    2, Everdon Road, London, SW13 9AH

    Details pursuant to condition U0158337 (air source heat pump), of planning permission 23/0145/FUL.

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3382 Awaiting decision

    3 Strafford Road Twickenham TW1 3AD

    Erection of a rear dormer roof extension to the main roof and rear outrigger of the existing single dwelling house, comprising a total additional roof volume of 22.45 m³

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3402 Awaiting decision

    Jolly Boatman And Hampton Court Station Redevelopment Area Hampton Court Way East Molesey Surrey KT8 9AE

    Consultation from Embridge Council - ref 2026/2098. Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning permission 2018/3810 - for Development to provide 97 dwelling units, a hotel (84 bedrooms) and retail units (within use classes A1, A2 and/or A3) together with access, station interchange, car parking, servicing, new public realm, landscaping and other associated works following demolition of some existing buildings and structures on site including Hampton Court Motors.

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Outline
  • PA26/3392 Awaiting decision

    42, Twickenham Road, Teddington, TW11 8AW

    Erection of a two-storey side extension, fenestration changes, and addition of a rooflight to the existing rear extension

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Householder
  • PA26/3390 Awaiting decision

    35 Strathmore Road Teddington TW11 8UJ

    Single storey rear extension (4m overall depth, 3m eaves height, 3m overall height)

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3394 Granted

    83, Castelnau, London, SW13 9RT

    5 DAY DANGEROUS TREE NOTICE - Silver Birch (Betula pendula) - fell to ground level under the dangerous-tree exemption.

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3380 Awaiting decision

    Richmond Inn Hotel 50 - 56 Sheen Road Richmond TW9 1UG

    Details pursuant to condition U0173532 brickwork and render of planning reference 23/1897VRC

    Submitted 2 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3371 Awaiting decision

    13, THE ROYAL OAK, Richmond Road, Twickenham, TW1 3AB

    Replacement extraction system to an external kitchen on the rear elevation, involving removal of the existing kitchen extract and installation of two flues discharging 1m vertically above eaves level. Replacement windows and doors.

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Full applications
  • PA26/3384 Granted

    7, The Terrace, London, SW13 0NP

    5 DAY DANGEROUS TREE NOTICE - 1x Eucalyptus - Fell

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3369 Granted

    15 Fitzwilliam Avenue Richmond TW9 2DQ

    REAR GARDEN T1 Bay (Laurus nobilis) Crown Reduction - Reducing the height and spread of the tree by up to 2.5m. Final height 3.5m and spread 1.5m.

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3368 Awaiting decision

    259, Petersham Road, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7DA

    Replacement of two existing rear dormers with one larger box dormer with part-hipped to gable conversion and addition of front roof-light.

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3379 Awaiting decision

    14, Strathearn Avenue, Twickenham, TW2 6JU

    The application is for an L shaped ground floor extension with a side facing first floor extension and a front facing porch extension to a semi detached Edwardian property to create additional space for a family home.

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Householder
  • PA26/3375 Awaiting decision

    14, Harvey Road, Whitton, Hounslow, TW4 5LU

    Change of use from use class C3 (Dwellinghouse) to C4 (HMO).

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3376 Awaiting decision

    109 Queens Road Richmond TW10 6HF

    Proposed hip to gable enlargement, plus other alterations to dwelling, including installation of solar panels

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Householder
  • PA26/3373 Awaiting decision

    FORMER KEW BIOTHANE PLANT SITE, MELISS AVENUE , TW9 4BD

    Details pursuant to condition DV28 external illumination of planning reference 18/3310/FUL

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3378 Awaiting decision

    14, Strathearn Avenue, Twickenham, TW2 6JU

    A hip to gable dormer loft conversion with associated internal remodelling and renovations

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3374 Awaiting decision

    12 Wellington Road Hampton TW12 1JR

    Prior approval: larger home extension with a depth of 6m, eaves height of 3m, and overall (total) height of 3.2m.

    Submitted 1 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/3352 Awaiting decision

    30 East Sheen Avenue East Sheen London SW14 8AS

    Front Garden T1 Crab Apple (Malus sylvestris) Crown reduce by approximately 2m back to most recent previous reduction points. Final height 3m and spread 4m. T2 Magnolia Crown reduce by approximately 2m back to most recent previous reduction points. Final height 4m and spread 4m. Rear Garden T4 Photinia ‘Red Robin' (Photinia × fraseri) Reduce by 1-2m and re-shape. Final height 3m final spread 2m. T5 Cherry (Prunus spp) Reduce crown by 1-2m to contain. Final height 5m final spread 4m. T6 Birch (Betula) Reduce spires protruding out of top of crown back into crown line, raise crown by 1m. Final height 4m final spread 5m. T7 Bay (Laurus nobilis) Reduce height by 5m and re-shape remaining crown. Final height 5m final spread 3m. T8 Plum (Prunus domestica) Reduce by 1m to contain Final height 2m and final spread 1m. T10 Holm Oak - Evergreen Oak (Quercus ilex) Reduce crown by 1-2m and reshape. Final height 4m final spread 2m. G11 Yew (Taxus baccata) Yew Hedge on both sides of garden - Reduce height by 0.5m and trim lightly to contain and shape. T12 Common Lime (Tilia x europaea) Lift branches hanging low in alleyway to 3m, cut back branches resting on shed but maintain screening from houses to rear. T13 Cherry (Prunus spp) Reduce crown by 2-3m. Final height 4m, final spread 3m. G14 Privet (Ligustrum spp) Reduce height of hedge by up to 1m, cut back face to edge of patio. (This will open up the hedge but it should green up within 2 years). G15 Bay (Laurus nobilis) Bay hedge - Reduce height by 2m to the same height as privet, trim back face to contain. T16 Common Pear (Pyrus communis) Dead tree - Fell to ground level. T17 Photinia ‘Red Robin' (Photinia × fraseri) Dead Photinia stump - Grub out. T18 Apple (Malus domestica) Reduce crown by 1m to 1.5m, remove dead limb to rear. Final height 4m Final spread 6m. T19 Pissard's Plum 'Pissardii' (Prunus cerasifera) Reduce height by up to 3m, reduce garden side of no.30 only by 3m. Final height 5m and final spread 3m. T20 Purple Leafed Plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Pissardii') Reduce crown by up to 3m, cut back from building to give 2m clearance. Final height 4m and final spread 3m.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3361 Awaiting decision

    Stubbetts Petersham Road Petersham Richmond TW10 7AW

    G1 Beech & Hornbeam To side of property: Reduce on client side by 1-2m be today and contain. Reduce height to previous reduction points. Final hight = 6m and final spread = 3m T2 Box Elder (Acer negundo) Reduce crown to the most recent previous reduction points, removing approx. 2-3m of new growth. Final height 7m and final overall spread 7m. T3 Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) Next to drive: Reduce crown to the most recent previous reduction points, removing approx. 2m of new growth. Final height 6m and final overall spread 5m.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3353 Awaiting decision

    32 East Sheen Avenue East Sheen London SW14 8AS

    Front Garden T3 Holly (Ilex aquifolium) Tree in neighbours garden - Cut back overhang by 1m to fence line. Final height 4m final spread 2m. Rear Garden T9 Yew (Taxus baccata) Tree in no. 32. Trim overhang back to fence line. Final height 6m final spread 4m.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3354 Awaiting decision

    285 Richmond Road Twickenham TW1 2NP

    REAR GARDEN T1 Olive (Olea europaea) 30% Crown Reduction - Reducing the height and spread of the tree by approximately 1-1.5m to tidy and contain and retain furnishing growth. Final height = 4m and final spread = 4m.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3349 Awaiting decision

    1, Chestnut Avenue, Hampton, TW12 2NY

    T1 Copper Beech - Crown reduce by 1.5m all round, reducing height from 19m to 17.5m and total spread from 13m to 10m to maintain the tree at a suitable size for its location

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3356 Awaiting decision

    33 Friars Stile Road, Richmond.

    REAR GARDEN T1 Magnolia 30% Crown Reduction - Reducing the height and spread of the tree by approximately 3m to tidy and contain and retain furnishing growth. Final height 4m, final spread 3.5m. G3 Purple Leafed Plum (Prunus cerasifera 'Pissardii') Fell to ground level as in poor form and location.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3355 Awaiting decision

    47 Gladstone Avenue Twickenham TW2 7PS

    REAR GARDEN T1 Pittosporum Remove low limb. Reduce remainder by around 20-30%, as agreed with client. Final height = 2m and final spread = 1.5m T2 Rhamnus Reduce remainder by around 20-30%, as agreed with client. Final height = 2m and final spread = 1.5m T3 Pittosporum Reduce height to same level as adjacent Leylandii, trim reduce spread to tidy and contain. Final height = 2m and final spread = 1.5m T4 Cedar (Cedrus spp) Remove top two branches that stick out. Final height = 3m and final spread = 3m T6 Apple (Malus domestica) Remove low limb. Reduce remainder by around 20%, as agreed with client. Final height = 2.5m and final spread = 1.5m

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3359 Awaiting decision

    8 Rocks Lane Barnes London SW13 0DB

    REAR GARDEN T1 Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) Tree furthest from building - Crown reduce by approximately 2-3m back to most recent previous reduction points to contain and tidy. Final height 8m and spread 4m. T2 Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) Middle tree - Crown reduce by approximately 2-3m back to most recent previous reduction points to contain and tidy. Final height 8m and spread 4m. T3 Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) Tree closest to building - Crown reduce by approximately 2-3m back to most recent previous reduction points to contain and tidy. Final height 8m and spread 4m

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3351 Awaiting decision

    23 Church Street, Hampton, Middlesex

    Proposed Alterations to Entrance Porch and Front Boundary Treatment

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Householder
  • PA26/3365 Awaiting decision

    108, Stanley Road, Teddington, TW11 8TX

    Details pursuant to condition BD12 Details - Materials to be approved of planning reference 23/2841/FUL.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3348 Awaiting decision

    26, Suite 1, Oriel House, The Quadrant, Richmond, TW9 1DL

    Installation of kitchen extract duct with noise attenuation and odour control equipment to rear of property

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • PA26/3363 Awaiting decision

    3, Denbigh Gardens, Richmond, TW10 6EN

    Non material amendment to planning reference PA25/1270 Extension to the external decked area shown on the approved plans, adjoining and associated with the approved outbuilding and canopy. The extended decked area will be constructed at the same finished level. No alterations are proposed to the outbuilding or canopy footprint, height or use.

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Amendments
  • PA26/3364 Awaiting decision

    Strand House 3 The Embankment Twickenham TW1 3DU

    Details pursuant to condition C4: Details - Materials to be approved of planning reference PA26/2468

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Conditions
  • PA26/3345 Awaiting decision

    UNIVERSITY OF WESTMINSTER BOATHOUSE HARTINGTON ROAD CHISWICK W4 3UJ

    Temporary sports changing and toilet facilities for up to three years. Consult by Hounslow Council ref: P/2026/2735

    Submitted 30 Sep 2026 Outline
  • PA26/3383 Granted

    32, Marlborough Road, Richmond, TW10 6JR

    5 DAY DANGEROUS TREE NOTICE - dead silver birch - fell

    Submitted 29 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3342 Awaiting decision

    30 Mount Ararat Road Richmond Richmond Upon Thames TW10 6PG

    T1: Magnolia - Reduce by no more than 1 metre circa & gently thin out. T2: Silver Birch - Reduce height by no more than 2 metres & lateral spread by no more than 1 metre. Reason for works: Regular tree maintenance

    Submitted 29 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3336 Awaiting decision

    6A St Peters Road Twickenham TW1 1QX

    REAR GARDEN T1 Olive (Olea europaea) Crown reduction back to previous reductions points by 20-25%. Final height = 2.5m and final spread = 1.5m.

    Submitted 29 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3333 Awaiting decision

    52 St James's Avenue Hampton Hill Hampton TW12 1HN

    T1. European Lime Rear Garden: Reduce new ( 2.5m-3m) growth to previous reduction points, retaining good growth buds for crown development. Do not leave stumps or snags or compromise the structural integrity of the knuckle by making cuts larger than necessary. The tree's current height is 16m, and its crown spread is 12m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 13m, and the crown spread is 9.5m T2. Yew Tree Rear Garden: Reduce the height by 2m to match the level of the previously reduced section, and trim the remainder to manage the spread. The tree's current height is 6m, and its crown spread is 5m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 4m, and the crown spread is 4m T3. Copper Beech Tree Rear Garden: Reduce new growth to previous reduction points, approx. 3m height and spread, retaining good growth furnishings to support crown development. If required, thin the branch structure to help create an even balance. Remove dead branches over 2.5cm in diameter. Inspect the crown for adversities and advise if necessary. The tree's current height is 17m, and its crown spread is 12m After the proposed works, the tree's height is 15m, and the crown spread is 9.5m

    Submitted 29 Sep 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3339 Awaiting decision

    44 Heathfield North Twickenham TW2 7QW

    Rear and partial side extension.

    Submitted 29 Sep 2026 Householder
  • PA26/3334 Awaiting decision

    10, Cross Deep Gardens, Twickenham, TW1 4QU

    Single storey ground floor rear extension in-fill type

    Submitted 29 Sep 2026 Householder

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Recent decisions

Data to October 2026

  • PA26/2881 Decided

    1-3, Sussex Place, London, W6 9EA

    Demolition of existing building and redevelopment of the site comprising the erection of a 14-storey (plus basement) building to provide purpose built student accommodation, comprising of 291 student bedrooms; associated communal facilities, roof terrace, cycle parking, refuse storage and landscaping.

    Decided 9 Oct 2026 Outline
  • PA26/2683 Granted

    3, Pauline Crescent, Twickenham, TW2 6JD

    Single storey rear extension

    Decided 9 Oct 2026 Prior approval
  • PA26/1415 Granted

    66, Lichfield Court, Sheen Road, Richmond, TW9 1AX

    Internal alterations comprising reconfiguration of the layout and relocation of the kitchen; installation of insulation to external walls; bathroom alterations; like-for-like replaceent of the entrance door; and installation of additional kitchen lighting.

    Decided 9 Oct 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
  • PA26/2361 Refused

    11, Waterloo Place, Richmond, TW9 1EB

    Single storey rear extension to replace existing rear extension.

    Decided 9 Oct 2026 Householder
  • PA26/3383 Granted

    32, Marlborough Road, Richmond, TW10 6JR

    5 DAY DANGEROUS TREE NOTICE - dead silver birch - fell

    Decided 8 Oct 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3384 Granted

    7, The Terrace, London, SW13 0NP

    5 DAY DANGEROUS TREE NOTICE - 1x Eucalyptus - Fell

    Decided 8 Oct 2026 Trees
  • PA26/3369 Granted

    15 Fitzwilliam Avenue Richmond TW9 2DQ

    REAR GARDEN T1 Bay (Laurus nobilis) Crown Reduction - Reducing the height and spread of the tree by up to 2.5m. Final height 3.5m and spread 1.5m.

    Decided 8 Oct 2026 Trees
  • PA26/2256 Refused

    36A Cambridge Park Twickenham TW1 2JU

    Erection of a detached domestic garage to serve the existing dwelling, positioned toward the front/side of the plot and associated frontage boundary alterations including replacement wall/fence/hedging treatment.

    Decided 8 Oct 2026 Householder
  • PA26/2821 Granted

    192A, Sheen Lane, London, SW14 8LF

    Alterations to the existing dwelling, including enlarging existing window and door openings, replacement windows and doors, new rooflight openings, replacement rooflights in existing openings, rendering the external brickwork, installation of an air source heat pump, air conditioning unit and photovoltaic panels, installation of woodburner flue, removal of the brick chimney stack at roof level and replacement of a brick garden wall with a timber screen.

    Decided 8 Oct 2026 Householder
  • PA26/2869 Refused

    60, Castelnau, London, SW13 9EX

    Improvements to the front elevation, replacement of the coach house, replacement of the rear extensions, first and second floor rear extension and new basement excavation.

    Decided 8 Oct 2026 Householder

The full record

Decisions between 2002 and 2026

PlanIndex holds 17,633 decisions from Richmond upon Thames between 2002 and 2026, part of 18,356 applications on record. Over that period 85% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 14,181 granted against 2,472 refused. The busiest single year was 2005, with 4,721 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

  • 02/1453 Granted

    Mulberry Lodge Mill Hill Barnes

    Proposed Single Storey Extension And Loft Conversion.

    Decided 3 Sep 2002 Full applications
  • 03/1715/HOT Granted

    5 James Terrace Mortlake London SW14 8HB

    Proposed Demolition Of Existing Side Entry Extension, Construction Of Single Family Dwelling And Relocation Of Door To 5 James Terrace.

    Decided 25 Jul 2003 Householder
  • 03/1196/FUL Granted

    Broomfield House School 10 Broomfield Road Kew Surrey TW9 3HS

    Demolition Of Single Storey Side Extension And Garage /store. Proposed 3 Storey Side Extension To Old School Building Providing 3 New Classrooms. Erection Of New Dining Room Building. Re-landscaping Works Including New Netball Practice Ar

    Decided 28 Aug 2003 Full applications
  • 04/1558/CON Granted

    14 Kneller Gardens Isleworth TW7 7NW

    Demolition of existing extension and erection of single storey rear extension.

    Decided 7 Jun 2004 Outline
  • 04/0987/PS192 Granted

    288 Nelson Road Twickenham

    Loft Conversion involving a Side and Rear Roof Extension.

    Decided 8 Jun 2004 Prior approval
  • 04/1061/HOT Granted

    27 Baronsfield Road Twickenham

    Single Storey Rear Extension.

    Decided 9 Jun 2004 Householder
  • 04/0943/HOT Granted

    234 Uxbridge Road Hampton Hill

    Erection Of Single Storey Side Extension And Two Storey Rear Extension and garden shed

    Decided 9 Jun 2004 Householder
  • 04/1003/HOT Granted

    58 Vicarage Road East Sheen

    Proposed Single Storey Rear Extension.

    Decided 10 Jun 2004 Householder
  • 04/1046/ES191 Refused

    125 Cambridge Road Teddington

    Roof Extension And Dormer Roof Extension

    Decided 10 Jun 2004 Lawful development
  • 04/0986/FUL Granted

    11a Petersham Road Richmond

    Conversion to three flats including terrace to third floor flat.

    Decided 10 Jun 2004 Full applications

Decision speed

12 months to October 2026, where both dates are published

  1. Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 2,750 70%
  2. 8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 733 19%
  3. Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 452 11%

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Common questions

How many planning applications does Richmond upon Thames decide?

In the 12 months to October 2026, Richmond upon Thames decided 3935 planning applications. 89% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.

How long does a planning decision take in Richmond upon Thames?

The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 46 days over the 12 months to October 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.

How many Richmond upon Thames decisions arrive within the eight week target?

Of the 3935 decisions in the 12 months to October 2026 where both dates are published, 70% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 89% within thirteen weeks.

How many planning applications has Richmond upon Thames decided in total?

PlanIndex holds 17633 decisions from Richmond upon Thames between 2002 and 2026, out of 18,356 applications on record. Across that whole period 85% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.

When is planning activity busiest in Richmond upon Thames?

March 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to October 2026, with 442 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.

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Richmond upon Thames: 18,356 planning applications on record as of October 2026. Trailing 12 months: 3,935 decided, 89% approved, median 46 days to a decision. 4,025 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2002 and 2026: 17,633 in total, 85% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.

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