Search Dartmouth planning applications

29 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Dartmouth · updated daily · South Hams District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 29 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Aquarius 56 Crowthers Hill Dartmouth TQ6 9QXAwaiting decisionT1 – Common Beech - Fell - due to the potential for tree-related loading or movement to contribute to further structural deterioration of retaining wall T2 – Lawson’s Cypress - Fell - due to the potential for tree-related loading or movement to contribute to further structural deterioration of retaining wallWorks to a Tree in a Conservation AreaReceived 26 Oct 20262972/26/TCA
9 Ford Dartmouth TQ6 9DTAwaiting decisionErection of a new dormer to the rear & a bridge link to a terrace gardenHouseholder ApplicationReceived 20 Oct 20262873/26/HHO
12 Browns Hill Dartmouth TQ6 9NUAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawfulness for the proposed use of dwelling as holiday accommodationCertificate of Lawfulness for Proposed UseReceived 13 Oct 20262860/26/CLP
Dartmouth And Kingswear Hospital Mansion House Street Dartmouth TQ6 9BDAwaiting decisionFull application for the demolition of an extension, change of use & conversion of former Cottage Hospital to community & commercial uses on the ground floor (use classes E and F) & 3 flats on the first floor. Erection of new 4 storey building, with community & commercial uses on the ground floor (use classes E and F) & 6 flats on the upper floors. Formation of additional parking & associated infrastructureFull Planning ApplicationReceived 8 Oct 20262784/26/FUL
Land at SX 855 508 Violet Drive DartmouthAwaiting decisionNon-material minor amendment to planning consent 0278/24/ARM for reconfiguration of landscaping proposalsNon Material Minor AmendmentReceived 24 Sep 20262683/26/NMM

Planning in Dartmouth

Approved: 84%; 62 of 68 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dartmouth in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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Around Dartmouth

Postcode districts

TQ6 154 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: South Hams District Council

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About Dartmouth

Dartmouth, located in Devon, is a picturesque town and civil parish nestled along the western bank of the River Dart estuary. Renowned as a tourist hotspot, it lies within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and falls under the South Hams district. With a population of 5,064 recorded in the 2011 census, Dartmouth encompasses two electoral wards, contributing to a combined population of 6,822, making it a key area for potential planning applications. The town has a population of approximately 5,260 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Hams district.

Property prices in Dartmouth show an average sale price of £519,480, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Dartmouth has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dartmouth 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.dartmouthtowncouncil.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Dartmouth, 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, 94 planning applications were submitted near Dartmouth. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (15), listed building and heritage (13).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dartmouth?

In the last 24 months, 94 planning applications were submitted near Dartmouth. The approval rate is 84%.

How long do planning decisions take near Dartmouth?

The average planning decision time near Dartmouth is 59 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 Dartmouth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Dartmouth?

The most common type of planning application near Dartmouth is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dartmouth?

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