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Planning in Botallack

Approved
61%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Botallack in the last 24 months, from Cornwall Council's planning register.

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About Botallack

Botallack, a picturesque village in west Cornwall, is situated along the B3306 road, linking St Ives to the A30 near Land's End. It falls under the St Just in Penwith division of Cornwall Council and is renowned for its historical significance, including the 1970s BBC series Poldark, which featured the village's Manor Farm as Nampara. Notably, the 17th-century Manor House, part of the Tregothnan estate, is a Grade II* listed building, adding to the area's heritage and charm, which may influence planning considerations. It sits within the St Just district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Botallack 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 Botallack a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Botallack has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Botallack 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Botallack, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Botallack. Of these, 61% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (6), amendments (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Botallack?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Botallack. The approval rate is 61%.
How long do planning decisions take near Botallack?
The average planning decision time near Botallack is 50 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Botallack?
The planning approval rate near Botallack is 61%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Botallack?
The most common type of planning application near Botallack is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Botallack?
You can search and track planning applications near Botallack on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.