Cost Cutter 47 Stubbs Lane Braintree Essex CM7 3NR

Pending Consideration 26/00574/FUL
Council
Date received
13 Mar 2026
Date validated
13 Mar 2026
Postcode
CM7 3NR

Description

Demolition of single-storey rear elements and external stair access; construction of a two-storey rear extension; loft conversion with rear dormer to form two additional flats; and associated amenity space, parking, and refuse stores.

6.9/10
Planning Authority Score
#49 of 282

Braintree is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #65 out of 282. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (92%) than the national average (90%).

Braintree decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
86%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #181 of 282
92%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #137 of 282
84%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #65 of 282
32%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #65 of 282
64%
Minor dwellings approved
123 decided (1-9 homes)
92%
Major dwellings approved
12 decided (10+ homes)
83%
Change of use approved
12 decided
917
Total decisions
125 refused in 2025