Search Countess Wear planning applications
22 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Countess Wear · updated daily · Exeter City Council
Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 66 Countess Wear Road Exeter EX2 6LRAwaiting decisionT1 Beech - Height approximately 18m. Spread approximately 13m. Full crown reduction by 2m to leave a height of approximately 16m and spread of approximately 11m. No cuts above 60mm in diameter. The aim is to allow more light on to solar panels and into house and garden. To reduce long overhanging branches over neighboring property.Received 31 Oct 202626/1646/TPO
- 17 Tollards Road Exeter EX2 6JJAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear/side extensionReceived 12 Oct 202626/1529/FUL
- Millbrook Village Topsham Road Exeter EX2 6FDApprovedT0581 Holm oak: Proposal to reduce lateral branches to the east by 2-3m in length to achieve a canopy clearance of 4m from the building. Proposed due to poor spatial relationship. T935 Holm oak: Proposal to reduce lateral branches to the west by 2-3m in length to achieve a canopy clearance of 4m from the building. Proposed due to poor spatial relationship.Received 8 Oct 202626/1502/TPO
- 17 Southbrook Road Exeter EX2 6JAApprovedLoft conversion to include hip to gable and rear dormer.Received 5 Oct 2026Decided 19 Oct 202626/1478/LPD
- 435 Topsham Road Exeter EX2 7ABAwaiting decisionRear first floor extension and loft conversionReceived 2 Oct 202626/1469/FUL
Planning in Countess Wear
- Approved
- 88%
- 23 of 26 decided
- Decision time
- about 6 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Countess Wear in the last 24 months, from Exeter City Council's planning register.
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Around Countess Wear
Postcode districts
EX2 350 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Exeter City Council
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About Countess Wear
Countess Wear is a district in Exeter, Devon, situated approximately two miles southeast of the city centre along the north bank of the River Exe estuary. Historically known as Weare, this area was part of the Topsham manor and saw significant developments in the late 13th century when weirs constructed by the Countess and the Earls of Devon altered the river's flow, impacting Exeter's prosperity in favour of Topsham. This rich history may be relevant for those investigating planning applications and developments in the region.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Countess Wear 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 Countess Wear a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Countess Wear has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Countess Wear 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.
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In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Countess Wear. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.
The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (3), full planning applications (2).