34, Ardele, London Road, Lambourne, Romford, RM4 1UX

Under Consultation EPF/0865/26
Council
Date received
1 May 2026
Date validated
1 May 2026
Postcode
RM4 1UX

Description

Proposed loft conversion, replacement of existing single storey conservatory to form dining area, minor internal alterations. Removal of existing garage (in disrepair) to form patio area, external home office, re rendering to exterior.

5.5/10
Planning Authority Score
#122 of 282

Epping Forest is one of the fastest councils in England for householder decisions, ranking #26 out of 282. Epping Forest is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 74% approved vs 90% nationally.

Epping Forest decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
66%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #282 of 282
74%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #276 of 282
96%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #26 of 282
33%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #77 of 282
50%
Minor dwellings approved
220 decided (1-9 homes)
63%
Major dwellings approved
19 decided (10+ homes)
43%
Change of use approved
44 decided
1,350
Total decisions
457 refused in 2025