Barbrook, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barbrook, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
Planning applications in Barbrook are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Barbrook
Barbrook is a quaint village located in Devon, England, situated near the source of the picturesque West Lyn River. Its charming rural setting and proximity to natural features make it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications, especially for developments that capitalize on the scenic landscape.
District: Lynton and Lynmouth
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
- LSOA: North Devon 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Barbrook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barbrook.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Barbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Barbrook.
- - 1 Stockhill Barbrook Lynton EX35 6PF
Listed building consent for the proposed replacement of 7no. windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Metticombe Farm, Barbrook, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6LL
Proposed construction of a conservatory
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2011-07-08
View full details - - Metticombe Farm, Barbrook, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6LL
Agricultural storage barn, replacing existing agricultural storage barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2008-03-19
View full details - - Metticombe Farm, Barbrook, Lynton, Devon
Agricultural general purpose storage building (GDO)
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2007-12-12
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A brief summary of Barbrook in Devon
Barbrook is a quaint village located in Devon, England, situated near the source of the picturesque West Lyn River. Its charming rural setting and proximity to natural features make it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications, especially for developments that capitalize on the scenic landscape. It sits within the Lynton and Lynmouth district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barbrook a particularly low-crime area.
Barbrook has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lynton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Barbrook includes 5 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dean Steep SSSI, North Exmoor SSSI, River Lyn SSSI and 2 more; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor & Quantock Oakwoods, Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barbrook planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Barbrook
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Barbrook.
The most common application types near Barbrook were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.