How long do planning decisions take near Bowling Green (PL17)?

The average planning decision time near Bowling Green (PL17) is 55 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 Bowling Green (PL17)?

The planning approval rate near Bowling Green (PL17) is 20%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bowling Green (PL17)?

The most common type of planning application near Bowling Green (PL17) is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bowling Green (PL17)?

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Bowling Green (PL17), Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bowling Green (PL17), Cornwall.

Cornwall · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bowling Green (PL17) are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bowling Green (PL17)

Bowling Green is a quaint hamlet situated in Cornwall, England, approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) north of St Austell. Nestled within the civil parish of Treverbyn, this small community may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the surrounding area, given its picturesque setting and proximity to larger towns.

District: Treverbyn

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: South East Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bowling Green (PL17).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bowling Green (PL17).

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 Bowling Green (PL17) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bowling Green (PL17).

- Land PT OS 3232 + 3137 + 1733 Florence Hill Callington Cornwall
Ultimate Planning Performance Agreement for the erection of 50 dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Claremont Florence Road Callington Cornwall PL17 8RB
Prior notification of agricultural or forestry development for the erection of a steel-framed portal agricultural shed.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Trefarall Florence Hill Callington Cornwall PL17 8DZ
Works to trees subject to a tree preservation order (TPO) T1 (sweet chestnut) and T2 (oak) Trim back growth overhanging garden fence.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-08-05
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A brief summary of Bowling Green (PL17) in Cornwall

Property prices in Bowling Green (PL17) show an average sale price of £289,950, 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 Bowling Green (PL17) a particularly low-crime area.

Bowling Green (PL17) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Callington. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bowling Green (PL17) includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley. 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 Bowling Green (PL17)

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Bowling Green (PL17). Of these, 20% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bowling Green (PL17).

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bowling Green (PL17) were full planning applications (10), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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