Heron planning approval rate
Heron ward in Canterbury has a 93.2% approval rate based on 646 planning decisions. Canterbury overall: 95.1%.
Last updated: August 2026
93.2%
ward approval rate
646
Decisions
602
Approved
44
Refused
95.1%
Canterbury average
Heron is broadly in line with the Canterbury average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Heron compares
Heron ward
93.2%
Canterbury overall
95.1%
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Recent decisions in Heron
Two-storey dwelling with associated parking, following demolition of existing si · Wed 19 Aug 2026
Pine tree in rear garden, remove the two lowest stems on the left side; leaving · Thu 13 Aug 2026
Details submitted pursuant to condition 4 (External door details) of planning pe · Tue 11 Aug 2026
Retrospective application for change of use from Offices to 6no. 2-bed flats, wi · Thu 06 Aug 2026
Single-storey rear and side extensions following demolition of existing conserva · Tue 04 Aug 2026
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