Search Cannington planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Cannington · updated daily · Somerset Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Marsh Farm, Marsh Lane, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2HJApprovedErection of a single detached self-build dwelling, car port, with photovoltaic panels and re-use of existing accessFull Planning PermissionReceived 11 Sep 2026Decided 29 Oct 202613/26/00020
ANDORRA, Withiel Drive, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2LYApprovedSingle Storey Rear Extension. Construction of Garaging. Internal Reconfiguration of House.Full Planning PermissionReceived 31 Aug 2026Decided 28 Oct 202613/26/00017
Chilton Trivett Farm, Blackmore Lane, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2LGApprovedCertificate of Lawfulness for the existing commencement of development permitted under planning permission reference: 13/23/00017. Works undertaken comprising the digging of a foundation trench for plot 1 and filling with concrete, and digging a drainage trench and installing a foul drainage pipeCert. of Lawfulness for Existing UseReceived 28 Aug 2026Decided 13 Oct 202613/26/00021
52 East Street, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2HLApprovedCertificate of Lawfulness for the proposed replace window with doorCert. of Lawfulness for Proposed Use/DevReceived 3 Aug 2026Decided 14 Sep 202613/26/00018
Bridgwater And Taunton College Cannington Campus Crockers Centre, Marsh Lane, Cannington, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA5 2HZApprovedSiting of 9No. pre-fabricated classroom pods & 1No. services/storage building.Full Planning PermissionReceived 27 Jul 2026Decided 9 Sep 202613/26/00011

Planning in Cannington

Approved: 84%; 16 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Cannington

Postcode districts

TA5 96 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Somerset Council

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About Cannington

Cannington is a village and civil parish located 3 miles northwest of Bridgwater in Somerset, England. Situated on the west bank of the River Parret, it includes the hamlet of Edstock, making it a notable area for those researching planning applications and developments within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,315 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sedgemoor district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cannington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cannington 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.cannington.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cannington, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Cannington. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (6), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cannington?

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Cannington. The approval rate is 84%.

How long do planning decisions take near Cannington?

The average planning decision time near Cannington is 40 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 Cannington?

The planning approval rate near Cannington is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cannington?

The most common type of planning application near Cannington is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cannington?

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