How long do planning decisions take near Cowes?

The average planning decision time near Cowes is 52 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 Cowes?

The planning approval rate near Cowes is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cowes?

The most common type of planning application near Cowes is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cowes?

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Cowes, Isle of Wight Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cowes, Isle of Wight.

Isle of Wight · England · Town

Planning applications in Cowes are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cowes

Cowes is a prominent seaport town and civil parish on the Isle of Wight, situated on the west bank of the River Medina's estuary. It faces the town of East Cowes across the water, connected by the Cowes Floating Bridge, a chain ferry that facilitates transport between the two communities. This strategic location and its maritime heritage make Cowes a key area for planning applications related to development and infrastructure.

Population: 10,445 (2021) · Area: 2.8 km²

District: Isle of Wight

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £342,933 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Isle of Wight
Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight West
LSOA: Isle of Wight 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cowes.

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 Cowes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Cowes.

- Land At And Rear Of 86 Victoria Road Cowes Isle Of Wight
Variation of condition 2 on 22/01818/FUL for alterations to roof height to improve living accommodation at first floor level
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-05-07
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- 63 Gordon Road Cowes Isle Of Wight PO31 7SL
Demolition of rear extension; Proposed single storey rear and side extension; creation of patio area and relocation of external steps
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 4 The Pippins Cowes Isle Of Wight PO31 7UU
T1; Oak - Crown clean and remove deadwood. Remove epicormic growth. Raise crown by up to 1.5 metres. Reduce overlong limbs by up to 2 metres. Remove 2 low limbs over neighbouring garden. Reason: Maint
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-11
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- 56 Newport Road Cowes Isle Of Wight PO31 7PW
Amendment to proposed works 01.04.2026: T1; Pine - Remove the lower branch that is consistently struck by the refuse lorry. Remove the smaller branch that crosses and rubs on the substantial limb that
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Northwood House Ward Avenue Cowes Isle Of Wight PO31 8AZ
T1; Holm oak - Fell to ground level. Reason: Weak union at 0.5 metres with fungus present. T2; Sessile oak - Reduce to 16 metres in height and 8 metres in spread, retain as much small growth as possib
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 11 Mill Hill Road Cowes Isle Of Wight PO31 7EB
Alterations to vehicular access to include extension to driveway and dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-09-22
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- 31 Mill Hill Road Cowes Isle Of Wight PO31 7EG
Single storey rear extension; alterations to the rear and side boundary walls and garden; formation of a vehicular access with off street parking; conversion of roof space to include dormers to the re
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Cowes in Isle of Wight

Cowes covers an area of approximately 2.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Cowes show an average sale price of £342,933, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cowes a particularly low-crime area.

Cowes has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cowes includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Medina Estuary SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Cowes

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Cowes. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Cowes.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cowes were tree works (9), discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (6). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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