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Planning applications in Chester-le-Street

Last application update 10 Nov 2026

See what's happening with planning in Chester-le-Street: 1054 planning applications tracked so far.

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Status breakdown

871 Granted 35 Refused 90 Undecided 1054 total
Other (58)
  • Withdrawn43
  • Granted with conditions15

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How to comment on a planning application in Chester-le-Street

Anyone can have their say on a planning application in Chester-le-Street. Find the application on the Durham planning authority's public-access portal using the reference number above, then submit a comment before the consultation deadline. Comments are usually limited to planning matters such as overlooking, loss of light, traffic, noise and the character of the area.

Durham is the local planning authority responsible for deciding applications in Chester-le-Street. Town Crier mirrors the public record so you can keep track of what is happening near you, but the council remains the authoritative source and the place to submit formal comments.

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