Borth-y-Gest, Gwynedd Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Borth-y-Gest, Gwynedd.

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About Borth-y-Gest

Porthmadog, a coastal town in Gwynedd, Wales, lies strategically between Criccieth and Blaenau Ffestiniog, making it an appealing location for planning applications. Historically a port for slate trade in the 19th century, the town has since transitioned into a vibrant shopping and tourism hub, benefiting from its proximity to Snowdonia National Park and the Ffestiniog Railway. The community, which had a population of approximately 4,134 in 2019, includes the picturesque area of Borth-y-Gest, enhancing its attractiveness for new developments and local amenities.

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Area Information

• Admin district: Gwynedd
• Parliamentary constituency: Dwyfor Meirionnydd
• LSOA: Gwynedd 010D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Borth-y-Gest.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Borth-y-Gest.

• 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 Borth-y-Gest based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Borth-y-Gest.

1. - Land To The North Of Glanaber Garage Ffordd Y Borth, Borth Y Gest, Gwynedd, LL49 9TP
   Cais rhybudd o flaen llaw i greu trac 90m o hyd x 3m o led / Prior notification application to create a 90m long x 3m wide track
   Type: Outline | Council: Gwynedd | Date: 2026-04-07
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2. - St Enadoc Ffordd Yr Eglwys, Borth Y Gest, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9TY
   Gwaith i ail ddylunio yr eiddo presennol a’r cwt cychod allanol, ynghyd a rhannol ddymchwel, newidiadau mewnol ac allanol ac estyniadau ynghyd a chyfnewid y modurdy dwbwl gyda anecs preswyl atodol i’r
   Type: Full | Council: Gwynedd | Date: 2026-03-06
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3. - Pennant, 10 Ralph Street, Borth Y Gest, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9UA
   Adnewyddu anedd canol rhes i greu estyniad cefn ac ailgyflunio gosodiad mewnol i greu cegin cynllun agored ac ystafell wely llawr daear, ystafell fyw llawr cyntaf gyda balconi a prif ystafell wely gyd
   Type: Full | Council: Gwynedd | Date: 2026-02-27
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A brief summary of Borth-y-Gest in Gwynedd

Porthmadog, a coastal town in Gwynedd, Wales, lies strategically between Criccieth and Blaenau Ffestiniog, making it an appealing location for planning applications. Historically a port for slate trade in the 19th century, the town has since transitioned into a vibrant shopping and tourism hub, benefiting from its proximity to Snowdonia National Park and the Ffestiniog Railway. The community, which had a population of approximately 4,134 in 2019, includes the picturesque area of Borth-y-Gest, enhancing its attractiveness for new developments and local amenities.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Borth-y-Gest a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Borth-y-Gest 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 Borth-y-Gest

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Borth-y-Gest.

The most common application types near Borth-y-Gest were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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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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