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789 in the last 90 days304 in the last 30123 in the last 1493% approveddecisions typically take 66 days

Source: Bath and North East Somerset Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 1,153 · received or decided in the last 90 days

20 Winchester Road, Oldfield Park, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 3LF
Erection of timber workshop, canopy over a seating area and fences between the car parking area, the garden, and the boundary wall
PendingFull ApplicationReceived 16 Oct 202626/03323/FUL
141 Welton Grove, Welton, Midsomer Norton, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 2TT
Erection of first-floor side extension over existing single-storey kitchen/breakfast room and garage
PendingFull ApplicationReceived 15 Oct 202626/03914/FUL
The Urban Garden , Drive Through Royal Victoria Park, Lower Weston, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 2LZ
Replacement shop and classroom building with coffee kiosk
PendingFull ApplicationReceived 14 Oct 202626/03886/FUL
20 St Michael's Court, Monkton Combe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7ES
Yew - remove all overhanging branches back to the boundary line, longest of these would be about 1.5 metres in length.
PendingTree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 14 Oct 202626/04004/TCA
22 Macaulay Buildings, Widcombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6AT
Mulberry T1 - reduce the canopy by up to 2 m to contain the spread of this tree. Yew T2 - reduce the canopy by up to 1.5 m to contain the spread.
PendingTree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 14 Oct 202626/03999/TCA

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Bath and North East Somerset Council received?

Bath and North East Somerset Council received 3,803 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 93%.

How long does Bath and North East Somerset Council take to decide applications?

Bath and North East Somerset Council takes an average of 66 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Bath and North East Somerset Council?

Bath and North East Somerset Council approves 93% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Bath and North East Somerset Council?

Submit your representation to Bath and North East Somerset Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Bath and North East Somerset Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Bath and North East Somerset Council planning decision?

Yes. If Bath and North East Somerset Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 771 appeals were lodged against Bath and North East Somerset Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Bath and North East Somerset Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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About Bath and North East Somerset Council Planning Authority

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Bath and North East Somerset Council serves as the local authority for the Bath and North East Somerset area within Somerset, England. As a unitary authority, it combines the responsibilities of both a district and county council, streamlining local governance. Since 2017, the council has been part of the West of England Combined Authority, enhancing regional collaboration on various planning and development initiatives. The council was established in 1 April 1996. The council is currently led by Kevin Guy (Liberal Democrats), who has held the position since 4 May 2021. Will Godfrey serves as Chief Executive since October 2019. The council comprises 59 Councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 4 May 2023.

The council area encompasses 196 towns and villages, including Bath, Keynsham, Midsomer Norton and Radstock. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Bath and North East Somerset Council received 3,803 planning applications. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (592), tree works (556), listed building and heritage (444). 71 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

771 planning appeals were lodged against Bath and North East Somerset Council decisions, of which 180 were allowed and 493 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Bath and North East Somerset Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Bath and North East Somerset Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.