How long do planning decisions take near Dolgellau?

The average planning decision time near Dolgellau is 36 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 Dolgellau?

The planning approval rate near Dolgellau is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dolgellau?

The most common type of planning application near Dolgellau is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dolgellau?

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Dolgellau, Gwynedd Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dolgellau, Gwynedd.

Gwynedd · Wales · Town

Planning applications in Dolgellau are administered by Gwynedd Council. View the full Gwynedd Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dolgellau

Dolgellau, located in Gwynedd, north-west Wales, is a vibrant town situated along the River Wnion, a tributary of the River Mawddach. Once the county town of Merionethshire, it now serves as a key hub for climbers tackling the nearby Cadair Idris and Mynydd Moel. With a population of 2,602 recorded in 2021, Dolgellau is the second largest settlement in southern Gwynedd, encompassing the community of Penmaenpool. This town's unique position and heritage make it a significant focus for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £198,649 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gwynedd
Parliamentary constituency: Dwyfor Meirionnydd
LSOA: Gwynedd 016C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dolgellau based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Dolgellau.

- Bod Arran, Smithfield Square, Dolgellau. LL40 1EU
Change of use of the second and third floors from a single flat to an office
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-06-12
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NP5/57/L73C - Bod Arran, Smithfield Square, Dolgellau. LL40 1EU
Change of use of the second and third floors to an office
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-06-12
- Glyn Arian, 1 Idris Terrace, Cader Road, Dolgellau. LL40 1RT
Listed Building Consent for installation of internal stairlift
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-06-09
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NP5/57/LB344A - Glyn Arian, 1 Idris Terrace, Cader Road, Dolgellau. LL40 1RT
Listed Building Consent for installation of internal stairlift
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-06-09
- Llety, 7 Idris Terrace, Dolgellau. LL40 1RT
Retrospective application for the demolition and reconstruction of the rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-02-20
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- Dolfeurig Centre, Dolgellau. LL40 1EL
Installation of external lighting in connection with the development approved under Planning Consent NP5/57/1176 dated 10/11/2023
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-02-12
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- Dolfeurig Centre, Dolgellau. LL40 1EL
Non-material Amendment to Planning Consent NP5/57/1176 dated 10/11/2023 to add details of external lighting to the approved plans
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Bryn Mair, Dolgellau. LL40 1SR
Conversion of outbuilding into annexe accommodation in connection with the Bed and Breakfast use, internal and external alterations and the installation of an air source heat pump, engineering works t
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-12-23
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- HSBC Bank, Eldon Square, Dolgellau. LL40 1PS
Listed Building Consent to install solar film on all windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Plas Coch, Unicorn Lane, Smithfield Square, Dolgellau. LL40 1ES
Listed Building Consent for internal and external works, including the retention of the door and the replacement of windows and a conservatory.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-10-16
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- Dolfeurig Centre, Dolgellau. LL40 1EL
Non-material Amendment to Planning Consent NP5/57/1176 dated 10/11/2023 for alteration of the external finish from stone to render on the smaller gable on the North East / North West elevations (Craft
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-10-07
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- Meirion House, Finsbury Square, Dolgellau. LL40 1RE
Listed Building Consent for internal and external alterations associated with change of use from two residential units and shop to one residential unit and shop.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2024-10-05
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- Canolfan Dolfeurig, Baker Street, Dolgellau. LL40 1EL
Demolish existing building and redundant outbuildings and the construction of a new building. Hard and soft landscaping including new car parking, fenced storage compound with storage containers.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Dolgellau in Gwynedd

Property prices in Dolgellau show an average sale price of £198,649, 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 Dolgellau a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Dolgellau

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Dolgellau. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Dolgellau maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dolgellau were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (4), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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