Waverley in Surrey includes Farnham, Godalming, and Haslemere. About 60.4% of the borough is Green Belt, shaping settlement edges and protecting rural villages. Known for historic towns, heritage streets, and scenic villages, planning focuses on residential, commercial, and conversion projects. We can advise and support projects throughout Waverley.
In the last year Waverley decided 1,377 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 87% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 67% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Waverley performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The Green Belt is a policy protecting land around many English towns and cities, where development is tightly controlled to safeguard the open countryside.
Significantly, 60.4% of Waverley is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to high levels of scrutiny.
The Green Belt around Godalming, Farnham, and Haslemere restricts development to protect Surrey Hills landscapes and village separation.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
Open Countryside within Waverley refers to land situated outside built-up areas and Green Belt boundaries, typically comprising farmland or natural landscapes. Residential development is generally restricted unless special circumstances can be demonstrated.
Waverley encompasses parts of the Surrey Hills AONB, including open heathland and wooded valleys, where development is tightly controlled.
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 Waverley through the planning process in order to maximise the potential of their development :
We work collaboratively with clients and shape a design that respects local character and meets Planning Policy requirements in order to maximise your chances of winning Planning Permission.
Waverley in Surrey includes Farnham, Godalming, and Haslemere. About 60.4% of the borough is Green Belt, shaping settlement edges and protecting rural villages. Known for historic towns, heritage streets, and scenic villages, planning focuses on residential, commercial, and conversion projects. We can advise and support projects throughout Waverley.
In the last year Waverley decided 1,377 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 87% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 67% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Waverley performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The Green Belt is a policy protecting land around many English towns and cities, where development is tightly controlled to safeguard the open countryside.
Significantly, 60.4% of Waverley is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to high levels of scrutiny.
The Green Belt around Godalming, Farnham, and Haslemere restricts development to protect Surrey Hills landscapes and village separation.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
Open Countryside within Waverley refers to land situated outside built-up areas and Green Belt boundaries, typically comprising farmland or natural landscapes. Residential development is generally restricted unless special circumstances can be demonstrated.
Waverley encompasses parts of the Surrey Hills AONB, including open heathland and wooded valleys, where development is tightly controlled.
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 Waverley through the planning process in order to maximise the potential of their development :
We work collaboratively with clients and shape a design that respects local character and meets Planning Policy requirements in order to maximise your chances of winning Planning Permission.
