How long do planning decisions take near Farway?

The average planning decision time near Farway is 26 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 Farway?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Farway?

The most common type of planning application near Farway is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farway?

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Farway, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farway, Devon.

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About Farway

Farway is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Devon district of England, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Honiton. Nestled along the River Coly, which originates within the parish and features a ford in the village, Farway presents unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to its rural landscape and waterway management.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
LSOA: East Devon 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farway.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Farway based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Farway.

- Netherton Barton Farway Colyton EX24 6EB
Five day notice: Removal of blighted Sycamore Exception to 77/0002/TP, Replacement planting: x2 Oak within property curtilage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Land At Widcombe Barton Farway
Retrospective application for an earth lined slurry lagoon with perimeter fencing
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-10-31
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- Thorndene Farway Colyton EX24 6DG
Roofing over livestock yard phase 2
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2024-10-23
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A brief summary of Farway in Devon

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Farway includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon. 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 Farway

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Farway. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 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 Farway.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Farway were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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