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8,262Searchable applications
17Recorded as pending
97%Approval rate · 7,038 approved or refused records
214Refused applications

6,824 approved · 214 refused · 438 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 12 Dec 1938 to 5 Oct 2026. Most recent record check: 13 Oct 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

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  1. Decision MadeESS/53/17/TEN/8/1

    Details pursuant to Condition 8 (Archaeology) of Planning permission ESS/53/17/TEN “Continuation of use of land for mineral extraction without compliance with Condition 9 (Working Arrangements) of planning permission ref no: ESS/23/15/TEN (To enable the importation of materials from time to time to meet product imbalances and to offer a fuller product portfolio to customers without compliance with Condition 7 (Importation Restriction) of planning permission ESS/46/14/TEN) to enable landfilling to run concurrent with mineral extraction”.

    Martells Quarry, Slough Lane, Ardleigh, Essex, CO7 7RU

    Received 7 May 2019
  2. Decision MadeESS/37/13/MAL

    Continuation of the winning and working of mineral and associated activities permitted under planning permission ref: ESS/40/09/MAL without compliance with condition 2 (operation, use and restoration end date) and condition 9 (removal of all associated infrastructure from site end date) in order to extend the operation and use of the site until 31 December 2018, extend the end date for restoration of the site until 31 December 2019, and extend the end date for removal of all associated infrastructure from the site until 31 December 2019.

    Curry Farm, Mill End, Bradwell-on-Sea, Maldon, Essex, CM0 7HL

    Received 5 Jul 2013
  3. Decision MadeESS/10/22/CHL/06/01

    Details pursuant to condition 6 of ESS/10/22/CHL (Record of night-time HGV movements for June to Sept 2022). ESS/10/22/CHL is the extant permission for a “Coated roadstone plant and associated facilities for the manufacture of coated roadstone products using predominantly sand and gravel and recycled aggregates produced at the existing quarry”

    Bulls Lodge Quarry, Beaulieu Parkway, Boreham, Chelmsford, CM3 3JU

    Received 2 Nov 2022
  4. Decision MadeCC/BAS/11/23/NMA1

    Non-material amendment to allow changes to the location and specification of fencing, in certain areas, approved as part of planning application ref: CC/BAS/11/23 (New primary school and nursery)

    Land North of Dry Street, Nethermayne, Basildon, Essex

    Received 12 Jul 2024
  5. Decision MadeESS/39/14/BTE/24/1

    Extraction of an estimated 2.5 million tonnes of sand and gravel together with the provision of an new access from Little Braxted Lane; and the installation/construction and operation of primary processing and ancillary facilities comprising washing and bagging plant, silt lagoons, weighbridge, site management office, mess room and maintenance workshop; with restoration to agriculture and water based nature conservation habitats

    Land at Colemans Farm, Colemans Farm, Little Braxted Lane, Rivenhall, Witham, CM8 3EX

    Received 23 Jun 2016
  6. Decision MadeCC/UTT/58/25/09/01

    Details pursuant to Condition 9(B) – Construction Management Plan for planning application ref: CC/UTT/58/25 (All-through school; sports hall; formal and informal hard and soft play areas/pitches; new vehicular and pedestrian accesses; vehicle drop-off and parking areas; landscaping and other associated infrastructure and works)

    Land to the east of Buttleys Lane, Stortford Road, Great Dunmow, CM6 1SH

    Received 14 Jan 2026
  7. Decision MadeESS/10/18/BTE/29/1

    Details pursuant to Condition 29 (Noise Monitoring) of planning permission ESS/10/18/BTE for the “Continuation of use of land for mineral extraction and ancillary use without compliance with Conditions 2 (Approved Details); 6 (Plant Site Layout) and 47 (Soil Storage Arrangements) of planning permission ESS/39/14/BTE granted for "Extraction of an estimated 2.5 million tonnes of sand and gravel together with the provision of an new access from Little Braxted Lane; and the installation/construction and operation of primary processing and ancillary facilities comprising washing and bagging plant, silt lagoons, weighbridge, site management office, mess room and maintenance workshop; with restoration to agriculture and water based nature conservation habitats” to enable the re-phasing of the working and restoration of the site, changes in soils bunds configuration and to provide car parking for visitors in the ancillary plant site area”

    Colemans Farm Quarry, Little Braxted Lane, Rivenhall, Witham, CM8 3EX

    Received 29 Oct 2019
  8. Decision MadeESS/32/18/TEN/16/9

    Details pursuant to Condition 16 (Noise Monitoring) of planning permission ESS/32/18/TEN that was for the "Installation and use of a washing plant for the recycling of non-hazardous and inert wastes, the use of a crusher, the installation of a weighbridge office and relocation of a weighbridge together with associated access onto the highway"

    Land At Martells's Quarry, Slough Lane, Ardleigh, Essex CO7 7RU

    Received 7 Oct 2022
  9. Decision MadeESS/35/95/TEN

    Dust Collection System, Hot Storage Bins

    Wivenhoe Quarry,Wivenhoe Quarry,Alresford Road,Wivenhoe,Colchester,CO7 9JY

    Received 4 Jul 1995
  10. Decision MadeCC/CHL/18/15/4/1

    Demolition of 2 sets of steps, 1 access ramp and fence on the eastern elevation, and construction of 2 new sets of steps and 2 access ramps, together with the removal of 1 parking bay

    20 , Main Road, Danbury, Chelmsford, CM3 4NQ

    Received 16 Jun 2015
  11. Decision MadeCC/CHL/158/06/SO

    Screening opinion request

    Widford Park and Ride

    Received 11 Dec 2006
  12. Decision MadeESS/34/11/MAL

    Continuation of the winning and working and subsequent restoration of the site permitted by ESS/12/98/MAL without compliance with Condition 6 (Removal of plant, machinery, foundations, roadways and buildings by 31 December 2011 and upon their removal the land shall be restored in accordance with agreed restoration scheme) to allow removal by 16 February 2014 and Condition 8 (Hours of operation) to allow night water pumping.

    Royal Oak Quarry,Chelmsford Rd,Danbury,Chelmsford,CM9 6TJ

    Received 23 Jun 2011
  13. Application WithdrawnCC/TEN/63/04

    Construct a new block with male & female changing rooms, a multi gym, office & toilets & construct an 'All Weather Sports Pitch' with fencing, gates, floodlighting, tractor shed, sports equipment shed & paths.

    Chase Lane Primary School & Nursery, Chase lane, Dovercourt,Chase Lane Primary School,Chase Lane,Dovercourt,Harwich,CO12 4NB

    Received 28 May 2004
  14. Decision MadeESS/49/22/UTT/LA1/1

    Topographical survey pursuant to Schedule 1 of legal agreement associated with planning application ref: ESS/49/22/UTT (Excavation of minerals; use of land for skip hire, waste recycling, waste transfer and composting; and restoration of land with the deposit of inert waste

    Widdington Pit, Hollow Road, Widdington, Essex, CB11 3SL

    Received 20 Oct 2023
  15. Decision MadeESS/113/22/BAS/18/2

    Details pursuant to Condition 18 (Litter) of planning permission ESS/113/22/BAS that was for Redevelopment and consolidation of an existing Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) at Archers Fields, Pitsea, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1DH

    Land At Archers Fields Pitsea Basildon Essex SS13 1DH

    Received 14 Aug 2026
  16. Decision MadeCC/TEN/23/13

    Retrospective application for the continued use of 2 classbases for a temporary period until 31 August 2018 External refurbishment of the classbases

    Frobisher Primary and Nursery School, Frobisher Drive, Jaywick, Clacton-on-sea, CO15 2QH

    Received 8 May 2013
  17. Decision MadeESS/04/23/EPF/NMA1

    Non-material amendment to planning application ESS/04/23/EPF (continued operation of composting facility) to allow a replacement Odour Management Plan.

    Ashlyns Farm, Epping Road, Chipping Ongar, Essex, CM16 6RZ

    Received 13 Feb 2025
  18. Decision MadeESS/40/17/CHL/21/7

    Details pursuant to Condition 21 (Noise Monitoring) of Planning permission ESS/40/17/CHL for the: The continuation of the infilling with inert waste without compliance with Conditions 2 (Approved Details); 9 (Restriction on Importation); 12 (Phasing); 21 (Noise Limits) and 28 (Restoration) of Planning permission reference ESS/30/11/CHL to allow an extension in time for completion of restoration by 31 December 2026 in the southern quarry void.

    Land at Sandon Quarry, Southend Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 7TE

    Received 29 Apr 2021
  19. Decision MadeESS/70/17/CHL/22/1

    Details pursuant to Condition 22 (Revised Restoration Scheme for Brittons Hall Farm Landfill Site) of planning permission ESS/70/17/CHL that relate to the modification to the restoration profile and the restoration scheme for the non-hazardous landfill arising from overtipping of approx. 85,250 cubic metres (part retrospective). Enhanced restoration of a former landfilling area by the importation of inert materials and biosolids to enable agricultural after-use and restoration scheme for the former mineral processing plant site to woodland, nature conservation and agricultural after-uses (including retention of hardstanding and workshop).

    Roxwell Quarry Complex, Boyton Cross, Roxwell, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 4LT

    Received 13 Sept 2018
  20. Decision MadeCC/CPT/17/05

    The construction of a new library, science & design technology classrooms & related facilities. The demolition of a gymnasium & other classroom facilities

    King John School,Shipwrights Drive,Thundersley,Benfleet,SS7 1RQ

    Received 7 Feb 2005
  21. Decision MadeESS/64/17/COL

    Aggregate Industries UK Ltd seeks planning permission to import clean subsoils necessary to achieve the approved restoration profiles at Tiptree quarry

    Inworth Grange Farm Pit, Grange Road, TIPTREE, CO5 0QQ

    Received 5 Dec 2017
  22. Decision MadeESS/22/02/BAS

    New leachate & surface water management lagoon

    Pitsea Hall Lane,Pitsea Landfill site,Pitsea Hall Lane,Pitsea,Basildon, SS16 4UH

    Received 29 Apr 2002
  23. Decision MadeCC/CHL/85/21/NMA1

    Non-Material Amendment to the wording of condition 2 of planning permission CC/CHL/85/21 to allow amended details for Bulls Lodge Quarry's replacement silt lagoon (retrospective). CC/CHL/85/21 was planning permission for the Chelmsford North East Bypass

    Land North of Generals Lane Roundabout, Generals Lane, Boreham. Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3HJ

    Received 23 Jan 2025
  24. Decision MadeESS/21/12/CHL/44/01

    The winning and working of sand and gravel and associated dry screen processing plant, temporary storage of minerals and soils and associated infrastructure. In addition backfilling of the void with soils and overburden arising from the development of mixed uses (Ref. 09/01314/EIA) on land adjacent to the mineral working

    Land to the South of Park Farm, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex

    Received 23 Mar 2015

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