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13 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Castle Cary · updated daily · Somerset Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 13 · received or decided in the last 90 days

The George Hotel And 1 Market Place High Street Castle Cary BA7 7AHAwaiting decisionAlterations and extensions to The George Hotel, including change of use of existing flat and commercial premises to rear to C1 hotel use; Change of use of 1 Market Place from single dwelling to C1 hotel use with associated internal and external alterations; demolition and replacement of existing buildings to rear with new buildings to contain hotel lobby, restaurant, kitchen, plant room, and hotel accommodation; Associated landscape works; Temporary construction access track to the A371Received 22 Oct 202626/02464/FUL
The George Hotel And 1 Market Place High Street Castle Cary BA7 7AHAwaiting decisionInternal and external alterations and extensions to The George Hotel; internal and external alterations to 1 Market Place to facilitate change of use; demolition and replacement of existing buildings to rear with new buildings to contain hotel lobby, restaurant, kitchen, plant room, and hotel accommodation.Received 22 Oct 202626/02465/LBC
The Vicarage Church Street Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7EJAwaiting decisionNotification of intent to fell No. 1 Yew Tree within a conservation area. Yew (T1) - Fell - heavily leaning over drive entrance and causing damage to retaining wallReceived 20 Oct 202626/02473/TCA
Marshland Station Road Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7BXAwaiting decisionNotification of intent to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 1 Group of Trees and No. 2 Trees within a Conservation Area. G1 Poplar thickets - Reduce height by 2 metres to control height of green buffer in respect of neighbour's properrty. T2 Norway maple - Repollard to historical reduction point. T3 Hornbeam - Repollard to historical reduction point.Received 30 Sep 202626/02331/TCA
Half Moon House Ansford Hill Ansford Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7JLApprovedNotification of Intent to carry out Tree surgery works to No 11 Tree's within a conservation area G1- 2 x young hole oak: prun in lateral spread to encourage more upright form. Up to 1m will be removed with pruning cuts not exceeding 50mm in diameter. T1- Indian bean tree: decay present in stem, significant spiral movement in stem indicating significant reduction in structural integrity. Close proximity to buildings. Reduce by up to 4m to stabilise stem. Pruning cuts not exceeding 250mm in diameter. T2 - cut leaf alder: prune lateral spread towards buildings and patio area by up to 2m with pruning cuts not exceeding 75mm in diameter. T3 - dawn redwood: manage density by performing special thinning practice to preserve the natural character of the tree. Lateral pruning will be carried out on the eastern aspect of the tree to improve overall balance of the canopy. Pruning cuts will not exceed 125mm in diameter or 3m in length. T4 - Lawson cypress: weighted toward the neighbouring property. Reduce height by up to 2m and thin remaining canopy by 20% to manage lever strain. Height reduction cuts will not exceed 150mm in diameter. T5 - Sycamore: pollard to approx 1.5m in height from ground level. Poorly formed growth structure and in competition with the low canopy of the dawn redwood. T6 - western red cedar: thin by approx 20%. Pruning cuts not exceeding 75mm in diameter. G2 -2 x Monterey cypress: thin by approx 20%. Pruning cuts not exceeding 75mm in diameter. T7 - alder: thin by approx 20%. Pruning cuts not exceeding 125mm in diameter.Received 22 Sep 2026Decided 5 Nov 202626/02222/TCA

Planning in Castle Cary

Approved: 95%; 37 of 39 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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About Castle Cary

Castle Cary is a market town and civil parish located in south Somerset, England, approximately 5 miles northwest of Wincanton and 8 miles south of Shepton Mallet. Nestled at the foot of Lodge Hill and alongside the River Cary, a tributary of the Parrett, the town offers a blend of historical charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,411 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

Property prices in Castle Cary show an average sale price of £306,668, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Castle Cary 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 Castle Cary 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, Castle Cary 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 http://www.castlecary.org.uk/.

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In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Castle Cary. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), tree works (7), full planning applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Castle Cary?

In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Castle Cary. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Castle Cary?

The average planning decision time near Castle Cary 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 Castle Cary?

The planning approval rate near Castle Cary is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Castle Cary?

The most common type of planning application near Castle Cary is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Castle Cary?

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