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Planning in Brent Mill

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brent Mill in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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About Brent Mill

Brent Mill is a settlement located in Devon, England.

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

The area around Brent Mill has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brent Mill 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 Brent Mill, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Brent Mill. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (3), outline applications (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brent Mill?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Brent Mill. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brent Mill?
The average planning decision time near Brent Mill is 51 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 Brent Mill?
The planning approval rate near Brent Mill is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brent Mill?
The most common type of planning application near Brent Mill is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brent Mill?
You can search and track planning applications near Brent Mill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.