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167 in the last 90 days64 in the last 3027 in the last 1493% approved
Applications within 1km of the centre of Bath · updated daily
Postcode districts in Bath
- Flat 3, 17 Argyle Street, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 4BQ
Erection of temporary scaffolding to rear and gable elevations
Pending840m awayRegulation 13 ApplicationReceived 23 Oct 202626/03668/REG13 - 7 St John's Place, City Centre, Bath
Replacement of glazing with new louvre.
Pending470m awayFull ApplicationReceived 21 Oct 202626/03987/FUL - 22 Chaucer Road, Bear Flat, Bath, BA2 4QX
Large self- seeded Sycamore - fell to ground level and remove the stump.
Pending750m awayTree Works Notification in Con AreaReceived 21 Oct 202626/04036/TCA - Royal Hotel , Manvers Street, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 1JP
Internal alterations for ceiling repair and reinstatement works to the third floor, comprising retention of the existing lath-and-plaster ceiling in Room 305 with plasterboard reinstatement beneath, plasterboard ceiling reinstatement in Room 308, retention and decoration of the Room 309 en suite ceiling, and retention of the replacement plasterboard ceiling installed within the third-floor hall as emergency safety works.
Pending770m awayListed Building Consent (Alts/exts)Received 20 Oct 202626/04000/LBA - Former Gasworks, Windsor Bridge Road, Twerton, Bath
Discharge of condition 3 of application 23/03780/EFUL (Demolition of existing buildings, structures and remediation of the site together with associated infrastructure and enabling works to facilitate a residential-led mixed use development).
Pending930m awayDischarge of ConditionReceived 16 Oct 202626/04032/COND
Planning data sourced from Somerset council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
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About Bath - Planning Applications & Local Development
Bath, a historic city in Somerset, England, is renowned for its Roman-built baths and stunning architecture. With a population of 94,080 as of the 2021 census, it lies in the picturesque valley of the River Avon, approximately 97 miles west of London and 11 miles southeast of Bristol. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987 and part of the "Great Spa Towns of Europe" since 2021, Bath is the largest city in Somerset, making it a focal point for planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The city has a population of approximately 94,092 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bath and North East Somerset district.
Bath sits at an elevation of 132 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 29.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Bath show an average sale price of £484,651, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bath area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (July 2026). This makes Bath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Bath has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bath 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.mayorofbath.co.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Bath, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.
In the last 24 months, 1,315 planning applications were submitted near Bath. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.
The most common types were listed building and heritage (281), discharge of conditions (259), tree works (129). 33 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.
5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).