Cofton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cofton, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cofton are administered by Mid Devon District Council. View the full Mid Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cofton
Cofton is a quaint village and parish located near Dawlish in Devon, known for its rich history as a former estate. Its charming rural setting makes it an appealing area for potential planning applications and developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Central Devon
- LSOA: Mid Devon 009D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cofton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cofton.
- 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 Cofton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
39 planning applications found near Cofton.
- - Higher Cofford Kenton Devon EX6 8RS
Slurry lagoon for collecting and storing animal waste and milking parlour washings
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Lane Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
First floor roof conversion and new first floor extension over flat roof areas to be used for on-site office accommodation, together with external staircase, AC units, new plant room and covered walkw
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Lane Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
Two standalone entrance signage facing onto the public highway
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-05-09
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross Devon EX6 8RR
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed installation of one CCTV camera on Barn A
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2025-02-25
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Lane Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
Certificate of lawfulness to establish implementation of Planning Permission 21/01954/FUL (Two storey extension) in compliance with condition 1
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2024-09-12
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross EX6 8RR
Discharge of condition 5 (bin store details) on planning permission 19/00971/FUL for refurbishment of existing farmhouse and apartment and change of use and refurbishment of the existing ground floor
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2024-02-29
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross EX6 8RR
Discharge of condition 3 (mortar) on permission 19/00972/LBC for refurbishment of existing farmhouse and apartment and change of use and refurbishment of the existing ground floor agricultural storage
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2024-02-22
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
Discharge of condition 3 (surface water management) on planning permission 22/01964/FUL for extension and alterations to shop
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2023-09-21
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross Devon EX6 8RR
Discharge of conditions 5 (window details) & 6 (door details) on permission 19/00972/LBC for refurbishment of existing farmhouse and apartment and change of use and refurbishment of the existing groun
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2023-06-30
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross Devon EX6 8RR
Discharge of condition 4 (landscaping) on planning permission 19/00971/FUL for refurbishment of existing farmhouse and apartment and change of use and refurbishment of the existing ground floor agricu
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2022-11-15
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
Extension and alterations to shop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2022-10-05
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park , Cofton Lane, Cofton, Starcross, EX6 8RP
Appeal against the refusal of 20/00298/FUL - Construction of compound for the secure storage of touring caravans, construction of compound for the storage of liquified petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders, c
Status: Undecided | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2022-05-10
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross Devon EX6 8RR
Discharge of condition 4 on permission 19/00972/LBC for refurbishment of existing farmhouse and apartment and change of use and refurbishment of the existing ground floor agricultural storage within t
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2021-10-06
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Lane Cofton Starcross EX6 8RP
Two storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2021-08-26
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
Discharge of conditions 4, 5, 8 & 9 on planning permission 18/02113/MAJ for erection of twelve static holiday lodges with decking areas, parking spaces and access road
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2019-08-20
View full details - - Cofford Farm Starcross Devon EX6 8RR
Refurbishment of existing farmhouse and apartment and change of use and refurbishment of the existing ground floor agricultural storage within the former barn to allow creation of one additional dwell
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2019-05-14
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Lane Cofton Devon EX6 8RP
Erection of twelve static holiday lodges with decking areas, parking spaces and access road
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2018-10-12
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park Cofton Lane Cofton Starcross Devon EX6 8RP
3 no. flag pole mounted banners
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2017-04-10
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park, Cofton, Starcross, Devon, EX6 8RP
Replacement toilet block
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2016-08-25
View full details - - Cofton Country Holiday Park, Cofton, Starcross, Devon, EX6 8RP
Discharge of condition 4 on planning permission 16/00916/FUL for provision of five staff caravans and parking
Type: Conditions | Council: Teignbridge | Date: 2016-08-03
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A brief summary of Cofton in Devon
Cofton is a quaint village and parish located near Dawlish in Devon, known for its rich history as a former estate. Its charming rural setting makes it an appealing area for potential planning applications and developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cofton a particularly low-crime area.
Cofton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cockwood Sod. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cofton 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.
Planning Activity in Cofton
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Cofton. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Cofton.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cofton were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
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