Search Bishop's Tawton planning applications
13 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Bishop's Tawton · updated daily · North Devon District Council
Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Deer View Chestwood Barn Hammetts Lane Bishops Tawton Barnstaple Devon EX32 0BAAwaiting decisionPart retrospective to regularise the building as constructed and change of use from ancillary accommodation to holiday letFull ApplicationReceived 6 Nov 202682416
- 1 Sanctuary Gate Sanctuary Close Bishops Tawton Barnstaple Devon EX32 0BTApprovedApproval of details in respect of discharge of condition 5 (Written Scheme of Investigation) and 6 (Post Investigation Assessment) attached to planning permission 79107 Erection of a dwelling and garage (amended plans)Discharge of ConditionsReceived 9 Sep 2026Decided 28 Sep 202682242
- Tawstock Court Tawstock Barnstaple Devon EX31 3HYAwaiting decisionApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect of removal of first three stems of Cypress hedge (G1) and Beech hedge (G2)Trees with Tree Preservation OrderReceived 1 Jun 202681840
- Tawstock Court Tawstock Barnstaple Devon EX31 3HYAwaiting decisionApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Perseveration Order in respect of felling to ground level 3x Ash (T1, T2 and T3)Trees with Tree Preservation OrderReceived 1 Jun 202681839
- Land North of Mount Pleasant Bishops Tawton EX32 0ARAwaiting decisionOutline application for proposed residential development of up to 30 dwellings & associated vehicular access with appearance, landscaping, layout & scale to be reserved (revised description and plans)Outline ApplicationReceived 30 Apr 2026
Planning in Bishop's Tawton
- Approved
- 100%
- 11 of 11 decided
- Decision time
- about 9 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bishop's Tawton in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.
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Around Bishop's Tawton
Postcode districts
EX32 134 applications in the last 12 monthsEX31 268 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: North Devon District Council
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About Bishop's Tawton
Bishop's Tawton is a village and civil parish located in the North Devon district, nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Taw, approximately three miles south of Barnstaple. As of the 2001 census, the parish had a population of 1,176, making it a small yet vibrant community, ideal for those interested in planning applications within a tranquil setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,180 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bishop's Tawton 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 (September 2026). This makes Bishop's Tawton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Bishop's Tawton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bishop's Tawton 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.
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In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Bishop's Tawton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (6), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.