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Search current and historic planning applications published by Epping Forest District Council - 514 applications in the last 90 days across 41 towns and areas and 16 postcode districts. Filter applications by date, status, development type, or number of homes, view them on the map, or create a free alert for new applications. In the year to March 2026, Epping Forest District Council decided 1,307 planning applications and approved 67%; 71% of householder decisions were made within eight weeks.

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2 days ago Under Consultation EPF/1886/26

3A Lyndhurst Rise, Chigwell, IG7 5BB

Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed erection of a rear single storey outbuilding to be used ancillary to the main house for storage.

Lawful development Epping Forest
2 days ago Under Consultation EPF/1828/26

1 New Barns Cottages, Pensons Lane, Bobbingworth, Ongar, CM5 9GW

First floor extension over the existing ground floor.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 days ago Under Consultation EPF/1890/26

28, Albion Hill, Loughton, IG10 4RD

Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed ancillary outbuilding.

Lawful development Epping Forest
2 days ago Valid EPF/1891/26

Threeways Nursery, Sedge Green, Harlow, CM19 5JS

Prior Approval for change of Use of Part of Horticultural Glasshouses to Flexible Commercial Use (Class B8 Storage)

Prior approval Part 3 Class R Epping Forest
2 days ago Valid EPF/1892/26

42, Paternoster Hill, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3JT

Formation of a new vehicular access and associated dropped kerb/footway crossover to provide off-street parking to the existing dwelling, with forecou...

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 days ago Under Consultation EPF/1888/26

38, Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, IG9 5BY

New obscure glass window on the East Flank in the study room for approved Flat 1.

Full planning permission Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1885/26

Coronation Nursery, Hoe Lane, Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, EN9 2RN

A building for the storage of horticultural crops, crop packing crates and crop grading machines and for grading and packing of those crops (revised a...

Prior notification Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1881/26

18, Great Owl Road, Chigwell, IG7 6AL

Two-storey rear extension and conversion of garage.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1882/26

46, Upper Park, Loughton, IG10 4EQ

Non-Material Amendment to EPF/0907/25 (Proposed new main roof, incorporating a new loft conversion with a flat roof rear dormer with a Juliet balcony)...

Non-Material Amendment Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1883/26

Ashlings Farm, Longbourn, Ashlings Farm Lane, High Ongar, Ongar, CM4 0JU

Remove existing patio doors, fit new steel to support existing 1st floor. Extend out 1.015 metres fit new bi- fold doors and side windows. Finished wi...

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1884/26

36, Piercing Hill, Theydon Bois, Epping, CM16 7JW

Infill Ground Floor Extension.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1812/26

1-12 Bickerton Court, Sheering Lower Road, Sheering, Harlow CM21 9FH

New aluminium windows and doors to replace existing.

Full planning permission Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1826/26

The Marriott, Old Shire Lane, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3LX

Construction of sports facility, external alterations, associated landscaping and facilities.

Full planning permission Epping Forest
5 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1853/26

35 Oak Piece, North Weald Bassett, Epping, CM16 6JH

Single and two storey rear extension

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Valid EPF/1873/26

5 Staples Road, Loughton, Essex, IG10 1HP

Staples Road Conservation Area T1: Eucalyptus - Reduce overhanging branches to boundary with 16 Shaftesbury

Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation area Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1868/26

36, Bowes Drive, Ongar, CM5 9AX

Proposed first floor part side extension.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1878/26

Land & Garage, Adjacent To Travellers Friend Car Park, Epping Green, Epping, CM16 6PU

Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 6 Foul and Surface Water of EPF/0982/24 Allowed on Appeal (Construction of 1no. dwelling and associated work...

Approval of details reserved by a condition Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1870/26

22, Hill Road, Theydon Bois, Epping, CM16 7LX

First floor rear extension comprising one new dormer to replace three smaller dormers.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Valid EPF/1877/26

50, Queens Road, Loughton, IG10 1RS

Erection of a single-storey rear extension following the demolition of existing rear elements.

Prior approval Part 1 Class A.1(ea) Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1874/26

1 Lilac Cottages, Matching Green, Harlow, CM17 0PR

Matching Green Conservation Area T1: Willow - Crown reduce, as specified.

Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation area Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1859/26

29, Blackacre Road, Theydon Bois, Epping, CM16 7LT

Proposed side extension and installation of rooflights to the rear roof.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 New Application EPF/1875/26

40A, Copperfield Lodge, Hainault Road, Chigwell, IG7 6QX

Single Storey Conservatory Style Side Extension

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/0079/26

49, Centre Drive, Epping, CM16 4JF

Erection of a pair of 3-bedroom, 5-person, 2-storey semi-detached houses with off-street parking and landscaping.

Full planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Decided EPF/2099/24

40A, Copperfield Lodge, Hainault Road, Chigwell, IG7 6QX

Single Storey Conservatory Style Side Extension

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
2 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1858/26

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...

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1864/26

80, Crooked Mile, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1QN

Proposed pavement crossing, dropped kerb and driveway.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1865/26

35, Skarnings Court, Waltham Abbey, EN9 3HE

Proposed front porch extension.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1866/26

7, Chigwell Park Drive, Chigwell, IG7 5BD

Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed single storey side extension and hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer and front roof light.

Lawful development Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1862/26

The Residents Association, The Bowls, Chigwell, IG7 6ND

TPO/EPF/14/08 (Ref: T26-T31, T47-T52) G1: 11 x Lime - Crown reduce height by up to 3m and spread by up to 2m, as specified. NB: The permitted spec...

Consent under Tree Preservation Orders Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1815/26

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 alteration...

Full planning permission Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1726/26

69 Coronation Hill, Epping, CM16 5DT

Wrap around front porch and double storey side extension.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
1 Oct 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1824/26

35, Ongar Road, Lambourne, Romford, RM4 1UD

Part first floor rear extension.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1847/26

Copped Hall Estate, High Road, Epping, CM16 5HS

Copped Hall Conservation Area 0CHD: Oak - Fell.

Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation area Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1846/26

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.

Consent under Tree Preservation Orders Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1869/26

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 condition...

Consent under Tree Preservation Orders Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1856/26

63, Farm Hill Road, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1NG

Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed use of garage for dog grooming service.

Lawful development Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1855/26

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 ...

Full planning permission Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1867/26

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.

Consent under Tree Preservation Orders Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1851/26

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, t...

Approval of details reserved by a condition Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1845/26

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 be...

Consent under Tree Preservation Orders Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1467/26

Oak Farm, Mott Street, Waltham Abbey, IG10 4AP

TPO/EPF/10/09 T2: Oak - Crown reduce by up to 4m, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the conditions below.

Consent under Tree Preservation Orders Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1854/26

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)

Prior approval Part 3 Class R Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1850/26

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 ref...

Lawful development Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1822/26

Land west of 200, Roundhills, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1UN

Erection of 2 no. residential dwellings, alterations to existing vehicular crossover and associated works.

Full planning permission Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1848/26

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).

Removal/variation of conditions Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1849/26

15, The Avenue, Loughton, IG10 4PT

Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed enlargement of existing dormer.

Lawful development Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1839/26

Park Farm, Park Farm Nursery, Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey, E4 7RG

Proposed erection of 8x houses.

Full planning permission Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/1781/26

Goldings Croft, Clays Lane, Loughton, IG10 2RZ

Loft conversion with catslide dormer roof design and associated infill extensions.

Householder planning permission Epping Forest
30 Sept 2026 Valid EPF/1852/26

69, Monkswood Avenue, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1LD

Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of a single-storey rear extension

Prior approval Part 1 Class A.1(ea) Epping Forest
29 Sept 2026 Under Consultation EPF/2601/22/DOV

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 a...

Application for deed of variation of planning obligations Epping Forest
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Decisions in Epping Forest Full decision record →

55daysmedian to decide3 days slower than UK
72%decided within 8 weeks2 pts above UK
77%approved13 pts below UK
240of 366UK rank for speeddown 89 places on last year

1,544 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 · fewer than 1% went to committee. Days run from validation to decision, the clock councils report against; Plota live figures.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Epping Forest District Council take to decide a planning application?
Across the 1,544 applications Epping Forest District Council decided in the last 12 months, the median time from validation to decision was 55 days, and 72% were decided within 8 weeks. The UK median over the same period is 52 days.
What proportion of planning applications does Epping Forest District Council approve?
77% of the applications Epping Forest District Council decided in the last 12 months were approved. Withdrawn applications are not counted as decisions.
Where does this planning application data come from?
Every application on this page comes from Epping Forest District Council's public planning register (eppingforestdc.my.site.com). Plota collects it, adds a map location and a category, and links each record back to the council's own entry, which is the authoritative version.
How often is this page updated?
Plota checks Epping Forest District Council's register every day and adds new applications, status changes and decisions as the council publishes them. The register was last checked on 7 Oct 2026.
Where can I see the plans and documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports are held on Epping Forest District Council's own website. Where the council publishes a document list, it appears on the application's page here with each item linking to the council's copy; otherwise the "View original council record" link on every application opens the council's entry.

About this data

Plota holds 2,201 current planning applications from Epping Forest District Council, received since 5 Apr 2024, 514 of them in the last 90 days. Behind them, the Plota archive holds 30,023 earlier applications from Epping Forest District Council, 2016 to 2025, searchable by location and keyword. Current records are collected from the council's public register at eppingforestdc.my.site.com and checked every day; the last check was on 7 Oct 2026. Each record carries the council's reference, address, proposal, dates, status and decision, with a map location and Plota's classification by type and procedure added. The council's own record is the authoritative version; every entry here links to it.

Latest application from Epping Forest: 6 Oct 2026. We check the council's portal daily.