Blaby, located in Leicestershire, is a district known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes. The area features a variety of architectural styles, with notable buildings such as the Grade II listed Blaby Hall.
In the last year Blaby decided 491 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 91% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 51% of applications were decided on time, (significantly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Blaby performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The Open Countryside is generally defined as land outside settlement and Green Belt boundaries, often comprising agricultural or natural land. Development, particularly standard residential development, is usually restricted in Open Countryside.
Blaby’s patchwork of farmland and woodlands is highly visible from nearby settlements and requires sensitive planning for any new development.
One of the top reasons poorly prepared proposals in the Open Countryside are refused is that they fail to demonstrate a policy-supported need. To minimise that risk with bespoke advice contact us here.
Alongside acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We use the following proven work stages to guide clients in Blaby through the planning process in order to maximise the potential of their development :
We collaborate closely with our clients to develop designs that respond to local character and align with Planning Policy, helping to maximise the likelihood of securing Planning Permission in Blaby.
Blaby, located in Leicestershire, is a district known for its mix of urban and rural landscapes. The area features a variety of architectural styles, with notable buildings such as the Grade II listed Blaby Hall.
In the last year Blaby decided 491 applications which is well below the national average of 988. The approval rate was 91% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 51% of applications were decided on time, (significantly below the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Blaby performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The Open Countryside is generally defined as land outside settlement and Green Belt boundaries, often comprising agricultural or natural land. Development, particularly standard residential development, is usually restricted in Open Countryside.
Blaby’s patchwork of farmland and woodlands is highly visible from nearby settlements and requires sensitive planning for any new development.
One of the top reasons poorly prepared proposals in the Open Countryside are refused is that they fail to demonstrate a policy-supported need. To minimise that risk with bespoke advice contact us here.
Alongside acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with 25+ years of experience. We use the following proven work stages to guide clients in Blaby through the planning process in order to maximise the potential of their development :
We collaborate closely with our clients to develop designs that respond to local character and align with Planning Policy, helping to maximise the likelihood of securing Planning Permission in Blaby.
