How long do planning decisions take near Eastacott?

The average planning decision time near Eastacott is 34 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 Eastacott?

The planning approval rate near Eastacott is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Eastacott?

The most common type of planning application near Eastacott is other, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eastacott?

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Eastacott, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eastacott, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eastacott.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eastacott based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Eastacott.

- Great Blakewell Farm Umberleigh Devon EX37 9AJ
Request for consultation under Regulation [3] of the T & C P General Regulations 1992 notification by Devon County Council in respect of installation of 4kWp Ground Mounted PV System with Battery Stor
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-04-17
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A brief summary of Eastacott in Devon

Eastacott is a settlement located in Devon, England.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Eastacott includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Eastacott

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Eastacott. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Eastacott may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Eastacott were other applications (1).

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