How long do planning decisions take near Felton?

The average planning decision time near Felton is 57 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 Felton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Felton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Felton?

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Felton, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Felton, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Felton are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Felton

Felton is a village and civil parish located in the Chew Valley of Somerset, England, approximately 8 miles (12.9 km) south of Bristol. With a population of 2,153, it falls under the North Somerset unitary authority, making it a key area for potential planning applications and local development initiatives.

District: Winford

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: North Somerset 024D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Felton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Felton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Felton.

- 1 Frog Lane Felton BS40 9UN
Demolition of an existing garage, rear patio and chimney stack and erection of a two-storey side extension and a single storey rear extension with associated external works (new patio and steps).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-12-23
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- Orchard Bungalow Vee Lane Felton BS40 9YE
Proposed creation of hipped roof atop all existing flat-roof extensions. Application of cladding to all elevations alongside alteration and replacement of 4no. total windows, installation of 1no. new
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-08-21
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- Land At Felton House Farm Upper Town Lane Felton Winford BS40 9YA
Application for landscape reserved matters approval for the erection of four dwellings pursuant to outline permission 23/P/0907/MMA
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-05-15
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- 11 Frog Lane Felton BS40 9UN
Proposed demolition of existing conservatory and front porch. Erection of a single storey extension at the West elevation and a two storey extension at the South elevation, alongside the creation of a
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-11-29
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- Hays Cottage Old Hill Winford North Somerset BS40 8DY
Certificate of lawful development for the proposed installation of solar panels to side roof elevations of the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-08-08
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- The Paddocks Land Opposite 18 Currells Lane Felton Winford BS40 9XG
Discharge of Condition numbers 5 (Waste), 6 (Drainage) and 7 (Tree/Hedge Protection) on application 22/P/2624/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Felton in Somerset

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

Felton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Felton Upper Town. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Felton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lulsgate Quarry SSSI, Hartcliff Rocks Quarry SSSI. 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 Felton

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Felton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

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

At 57 days on average, decisions near Felton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Felton were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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