Benter, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Benter, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Benter are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Benter
Benter is a locality in Somerset, known for its serene countryside and historical significance. The area is characterized by its scenic landscapes and traditional architecture, making it an appealing location for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. Those interested in the region will find opportunities for sustainable growth, reflecting the community's unique charm and heritage.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £372,333 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Frome and East Somerset
- LSOA: Mendip 010A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Benter.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Benter.
- 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 Benter based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
34 planning applications found near Benter.
- - Cartwheels Benter Cross To Upper Benter Stratton On The Fosse Shepton Mallet Somerset BA3 5BJ
Removal of condition 8 (Agricultural Workers Dwelling) on consent 059708/001 (Erection of bungalow and garage).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - - Green Lane Farm Bungalow Green Lane To Bath Road Stratton On The Fosse Shepton Mallet Somerset BA3 4TA
Erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Underhill Cottage Benter Cross To Upper Benter Stratton On The Fosse Radstock Somerset BA3 5BJ
Application for a proposed lawful development certificate for erection of a garden room/cabin ancillary of the main dwellInghouse (Part 1, Class E of the GPDO 2015)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2024-05-02
View full details - - Benter Mill Benter Lane Oakhill Radstock Somerset BA3 5BH
Erection of single-storey annex following demolition of existing single-storey outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2023-04-12
View full details - - College Barn Benter Cross To Upper Benter Stratton On The Fosse Radstock Somerset BA3 5BJ
Erection of a single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2022-09-08
View full details - - Puzzle Tree Cottage Benter Lane Oakhill Radstock Somerset BA3 5BH
Conversion and extension of redundant building to dwelling (to include localised diversion of Public Footpath SM19/3)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2021-12-02
View full details - - Benter Mill Benter Lane Oakhill Shepton Mallet Radstock Somerset BA3 5BH
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2021-08-23
View full details - - R S Howell Workshop Upper Benter Oakhill Shepton Mallet Radstock Somerset BA3 5BJ
Conversion of existing Mechanical Workshop and Agricultural store into rural enterprise hub (revised drainage strategy rec'd 06/01/22).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2021-08-11
View full details - - Puzzle Tree Cottage Benter Lane Oakhill Shepton Mallet Somerset BA3 5BH
Proposed works to driveway
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2021-03-19
View full details - - Land Adj Cartwheels Upper Benter Oakhill Radstock Somerset BA3 5BJ
Erection of an agricultural tractor storage building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2021-02-23
View full details - - R S Howell Workshop Upper Benter Oakhill Shepton Mallet BA3 5BJ
Approval of details reserved by condition 13 (Bat Building Provision) on planning consent 2020/1186/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2020-10-06
View full details - - R S Howell Workshop Upper Benter Oakhill Radstock BA3 5BJ
Conversion, alteration of premises to provide B1a (office use), B1c (light industrial use) and B8 (storage use).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2020-06-24
View full details - - R S Howell Workshop Upper Benter Oakhill Radstock BA3 5BJ
Proposed conversion of 2 No. business units into Holiday Let accommodation. (Amended Plans Received 04.01.2016)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2016-10-28
View full details - - Farm Equipment Services Upper Benter Oakhill BA3 5BJ
Prior notification application for change of use of agricultural business premises into 2no residential units or holiday lets.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Mendip | Date: 2015-01-16
View full details - - Mill House, Benter, Oakhill, BA3 5BJ
Two storey front extension (steps and porch), rear timber deck, clear glazed opening windows on gable ends
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2013-04-08
View full details - - Benter House, Bath Road, Stratton On The Fosse, Shepton Mallet BA3 4SZ
Opening up blind windows to East Elevation of Studio /Workshop, insertion of purpose made sash windows to match adjoining existing windows and removal of internal partiton.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2011-12-19
View full details - - Benter House Bath Road Stratton On The Fosse Shepton Mallet Somerset BA3 4SZ
Internal alterations at ground floor level to main house to take down existing partition and form new partition between rear wall and kitchen.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Mendip | Date: 2011-12-12
View full details - - R S Howell Workshop Upper Benter Oakhill Shepton Mallet Somerset BA3 5BJ
Variation of condition 2 (Limitation to use of building for agricultural sales and repairs) of permission 059708/009 to read "The building shall be solely in connection with the use of vehicle and mac
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2010-08-24
View full details - - R S Howell Workshop Upper Benter Oakhill Shepton Mallet Somerset BA3 5BJ
Removal of Condition 2 (Agricultural machinery repair only) of Consent 059708/004
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Mendip | Date: 2010-08-24
View full details - - The Cottage Benter Oakhill Bath BA3 5BH
Erection of an agricultural building (DEL)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mendip | Date: 2008-07-07
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A brief summary of Benter in Somerset
Benter is a locality in Somerset, known for its serene countryside and historical significance. The area is characterized by its scenic landscapes and traditional architecture, making it an appealing location for planning applications related to residential and commercial development. Those interested in the region will find opportunities for sustainable growth, reflecting the community's unique charm and heritage.
Property prices in Benter show an average sale price of £372,333, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Benter a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Benter includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Benter
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Benter. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Benter may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 62 days on average, decisions near Benter slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Benter were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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