Search Dolgellau planning applications
11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Dolgellau · updated daily · Gwynedd Council
- Pen-y-Cefn Uchaf, Dolgellau. LL40 2EWAwaiting decisionTelecommunications equipmentReceived 26 Oct 2026NP5/57/232P
- Jubilee Buildings, Smithfield Street, Dolgellau. LL40 1AAApprovedInstallation of air-source heat pumps on rear elevation and solar panels on the roofFullReceived 22 Oct 2026NP5/57/586D
- 1 & 2 Crosby Buildings, Dolgellau. LL40 1PSApprovedChange of use of the basement and ground floor from Shop (Use Class A1) to a mixed use of Shop (Use CLass A1) and Food & Drink (Use Class A3) atFullReceived 6 Oct 2026NP5/57/T786B
- E.W. Owen & Co., Glyndwr Street, Dolgellau. LL40 1BBAwaiting decisionListed Buidling Consent for alterationsListed Building ConsentReceived 29 Sep 2026NP5/57/LB335D
- Hafod y Dderwen, 9 Uwch y Maes, Dolgellau. LL40 1GAAwaiting decisionDeckingFullReceived 25 Sep 2026NP5/57/1170A
Planning in Dolgellau
- Approved
- 93%
- 14 of 15 decided
- Decision time
- about 9 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dolgellau in the last 24 months, from Gwynedd Council's planning register.
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Around Dolgellau
Postcode districts
LL40 32 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Gwynedd Council
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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.
Property prices in Dolgellau show an average sale price of £198,699, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dolgellau 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 Dolgellau a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dolgellau 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Dolgellau, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Dolgellau. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (12), listed building and heritage (3), amendments (2).