How long do planning decisions take near Dimson?

The average planning decision time near Dimson 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 Dimson?

The planning approval rate near Dimson is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dimson?

The most common type of planning application near Dimson is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dimson?

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Dimson, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dimson, Cornwall.

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About Dimson

Dimson is a quaint village located in the picturesque Tamar Valley in Cornwall, England, approximately 10.5 miles north of Plymouth and just over half a mile from Gunnislake. As part of the civil parish of Calstock, Dimson's population details were recorded in the 2011 census, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments within the region.

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,158 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: South East Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 010A

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dimson.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dimson based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Dimson.

- Unit 3 Uplands Station Road Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9DX
Erection of 4-bedroom detached house and detached garage (section 73A application)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Units 1 And 2 Uplands Station Road Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9DX
Erection of two 4-bedroom detached houses and one detached double garage (Section 73A application)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Sandock Nurseries Middle Dimson Gunnislake PL18 9NG
New Dwelling at Sandock Nurseries (Includes demolition of domestic garage belonging to Sandock Cottage)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Dimson in Cornwall

Property prices in Dimson show an average sale price of £285,158, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Dimson includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Tamar-Tavy Estuary SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Plymouth Sound & Estuaries. 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 Dimson

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Dimson. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 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 Dimson.

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 Dimson were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 70% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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