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Planning Applications in
Guildford

Guildford has a population of approximately 175600 and is part of the South East region. Search any postcode in Guildford to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.

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Search any Guildford postcode above, then save it to a free PlanWatch account so it is ready next time. Paid plans add instant email alerts for new applications near a saved postcode.

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Planning Application Types in Guildford

Based on 1454 applications tracked between 2025-10-07 and 2026-09-01.

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Full

347 applications

24% of all applications

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Householder

233 applications

16% of all applications

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Conditions

192 applications

13% of all applications

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Unknown

158 applications

11% of all applications

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Certificate of Lawfulness

145 applications

10% of all applications

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Tree Works

88 applications

6% of all applications

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1454
Applications tracked
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Data period: 2025-10-07 to 2026-09-01 · Updated 2 September 2026

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What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Guildford

PlanWatch currently holds 1,454 Guildford planning records across 879 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2025-10-07 to 2026-09-01. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (347), Householder (233), Conditions (192).

Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.

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Planning Battles in Guildford

Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Guildford area.

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Guildford Cathedral Woodland Development

2024

124-home scheme on undeveloped woodland next to cathedral; rejected by council then dismissed at public inquiry May 2024

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Why this matters: Heritage protection vs housing need; test case for cathedral settings; inspector upheld refusal

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Send Development Quashed

2025

High Court backed parish council and quashed planning permission for homes in Send

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Why this matters: Parish council successful in judicial review; highlights local authority vs parish tensions

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Green Belt Development Pressures

2024

Surrey borough facing pressures for green belt development to meet housing targets

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Why this matters: Green belt protection in affluent area; affordability vs environment tensions

Major Developments to Watch in Guildford

Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Guildford.

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Heritage-sensitive area; Surrey housing pressure; 286 letters of objection for cathedral scheme

Key Areas in Guildford

Guildford town centre Guildford Cathedral Send Worplesdon Shalford

Surrey borough with high property values; heritage and green belt pressures; cathedral landmark concerns

Recent Planning Applications in Guildford

Latest applications submitted to Guildford council.

25/D/00186/10 2026-09-01

Part Discharge of Condition 16 ? Electric Vehicle Charging Points for Phase 3 NH1, sub-phase 1.1 ...

Land At Wisley Airfield, Hatch Lane, Ockham, GU23 6NU

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24/D/00114/89 2026-09-01

Part Discharge of Condition 97 - Travel Plan - including programme of ongoing monitoring for Phas...

Land At Wisley Airfield, Hatch Lane, Ockham, GU23 6NU

Registered
26/S/00004 2026-08-28

Request for a Scoping Opinion under Regulation 15 of the Town and Country Planning (Environmental...

River Wey Guildford Town Centre, Riff-Raff (St Catherine's) Fish Pass and Unstead Fish Pass

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26/T/00226 2026-08-27

2 Yew trees - Reduce crowns by 2m leaving at a height of 14m and overall width of 14m, raise cro...

Cherry Tree Cottage, Horsham Road, Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, RH5 6PD

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26/P/01157 2026-08-27

Erection of single storey rear extension/patio and alterations to existing windows.

14 Halfpenny Close, Chilworth, Guildford, GU4 8NJ

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Official Planning Portal

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Objecting to a Planning Application in Guildford

Guildford Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Guildford's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.

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Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Guildford Council inside the 21-day consultation window.

Frequently Asked Questions — Guildford Planning

How do I check planning applications in Guildford? expand_more
Enter your postcode on PlanWatch to instantly see all recent planning applications in Guildford. We show applications within a 1-mile radius, including extensions, new builds, and change of use applications.
How do I object to a planning application in Guildford? expand_more
To object to a planning application in Guildford, you need to submit your comments during the public consultation period (usually 21 days). Visit the Guildford council planning portal or write to their planning department. Your objection must be based on material planning considerations such as impact on privacy, traffic, or character of the area.
How long does planning permission take in Guildford? expand_more
Most planning applications in Guildford are decided within 8 weeks for minor applications and 13 weeks for major developments. However, complex applications or those requiring committee decisions can take longer. You can track the status of any application on PlanWatch.
Can I get alerts for new planning applications in Guildford? expand_more
You can search and save a postcode for Guildford in PlanWatch. Paid PlanWatch plans add instant email alerts for new applications near a monitored postcode.
What planning applications don't need permission in Guildford? expand_more
Some developments in Guildford fall under "permitted development rights" and don't need planning permission. This includes certain small extensions, loft conversions, outbuildings, and changes of use. However, if you're in a conservation area, listed building, or AONB, additional restrictions may apply. Always check with Guildford council before starting work.
Can planning applications affect my property value in Guildford? expand_more
Planning applications near your home in Guildford may affect how you use or assess a property. PlanWatch helps you find the application and link to the official council record; check the drawings, consultation dates and planning decision before making any property decision.
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Planning Guides for Guildford Residents

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How to Object to a Planning Application
Your rights as a neighbour
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Permitted Development Rights Explained
What you can build without permission
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Planning Permission Process
Complete guide from application to decision
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Conservation Areas & Planning
Extra restrictions and protections
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Party Wall Act Explained
Building near a shared boundary
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Planning Enforcement
When rules are broken
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How to Appeal a Planning Decision
Your options after a refusal
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Planning Permission Costs
2025 fee schedule and what to expect
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How Long Does Permission Take?
Timescales from application to decision
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Material Planning Considerations
What councils must and can't consider
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Can Permission Be Refused?
Common reasons and what to do next
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Retrospective Planning Permission
Applying after building without consent
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How to View Planning Applications Near You
Search by postcode & read the decision
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Planning Alerts
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Do I Need Planning Permission For...?

🏠 Conservatory 🏘️ Extension 🏡 Loft Conversion 💼 Garden Office 🚗 Garage 🏚️ Shed 🪵 Fence 🚪 Porch 🅿️ Driveway 🛣️ Dropped Kerb 🪵 Decking ☀️ Solar Panels ♨️ Heat Pump 🔌 EV Charger 🏗️ Carport 🧱 Cladding

Specialist Topics

🔄 Change of Use 🏛️ Listed Buildings 🏢 Flats & HMOs 🌳 Trees & TPOs 🏕️ Mobile Homes & Caravans 📋 Section 106 Agreements

Common Planning Situations

🏗️ Building Too Close to Boundary ☀️ Extension Blocking My Light 🛑 Can I Stop a Planning Application? 🏘️ New Housing Development Near Me 🏢 Commercial in Residential Area ⚠️ Built Without Permission 📡 Phone Mast Near Me 🏡 Garden Room & Outbuilding 🔄 Pub/Shop Converting to Flats ✋ How to Stop a Planning Application 🔨 Neighbour Building Extension

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