Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Freshwater Bay, Isle of Wight.
Isle of Wight · England · settlement
Planning applications in Freshwater Bay are administered by Isle Of Wight Council. View the full Isle Of Wight Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Freshwater Bay
Freshwater is a prominent village and civil parish located at the western tip of the Isle of Wight, England. It encompasses the coastal area of Freshwater Bay, known for its picturesque cove. This region, part of the popular tourist destination known as the Back of the Wight, presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in tourism, residential development, and coastal management.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Isle of Wight
- Parliamentary constituency: Isle of Wight West
- LSOA: Isle of Wight 012H
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Freshwater Bay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Freshwater Bay.
- 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 Freshwater Bay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
108 planning applications found near Freshwater Bay.
- - Gate House Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9QT
Lawful Development Certificate for retention of outbuilding being used as an independent residential living unit in breach of condition on P/01842/09
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Albion Hotel Freshwater Bay Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9RA
Variation of condition 6 on 24/00251/RVC to allow for retention of external lighting
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-10-20
View full details - - Nautica Afton Down Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TY
Proposed detached garden room
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - Pen Y Bryn Greystones Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TX
Proposed replacement porch; alterations to fenestration; new balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-08-11
View full details - - Pen Y Bryn Greystones Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TX
T1; Eucalyptus. Fell Tree T2; Silver birch. Crown reduce by c.2m to remove roof overhang and manage crown weight on decayed stem. Strip ivy from stem. T3; Cherry. Crown reduce by c.2m and reshape to r
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-06-04
View full details - - Albion Hotel Freshwater Bay Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9RA
Variation of condition 6 on 24/00251/RVC to allow for installation of lighting
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2025-02-13
View full details - - Big Blue Afton Down Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TY
Condition compliance application on 24/01415/FUL for condition 3 (Materials)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-11-21
View full details - - Big Blue Afton Down Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TY
Condition compliance application on APP/P2114/W/24/3344461 (23/01662/FUL & 24/00018/REF) relating to condition 3 (materials) to be discharged
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-09-12
View full details - - Marshlands Afton Road Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TT
Formation of new vehicular access and proposed detached garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-07-30
View full details - - Penlan The Square Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9QG
Demolition of conservatory; Proposed orangery
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-05-10
View full details - - The Riviera Afton Down Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9TU
T1; Pine - Deadwood the complete tree; Prune the dominant limbs back by 3-4 metres to counter the effects of the wind and growth form removing pulling weight. 2; Hedge line (to road side of Evergreen
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-04-19
View full details - - Albion Hotel Freshwater Bay Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9RA
Non material minor amendment on 23/00610/FUL to allow alteration to existing balconies on east elevation to include line of balustrade moved forward; enclosure of open air fire escape staircase on eas
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-04-04
View full details - - Hazelhurst Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9RD
T1; Macracarpa - Remove deadwood; reduce limbs over car parking spaces by up to 1.5 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-02-23
View full details - - Albion Hotel Freshwater Bay Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9RA
Variation of Condition 2 of 23/00780/FUL to allow alterations to the design, and of conditions 3,4,5,6 and 8 to allow the approval of details
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-02-14
View full details - - Land Off Grange Road Hugglescote Coalville Leicestershire
The approval of details reserved by conditions 25 (Lighting) and 29 (Construction Vehicle Management Plan) relating to planning permission ref: 13/00956/OUTM
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North West Leicestershire | Date: 2024-02-02
View full details - - Gate House Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9QT
Lawful Development Certificate for retention of outbuilding being used as an independent residential living unit
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2024-01-22
View full details - - Albion Hotel Freshwater Bay Gate Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9RA
Variation of condition 2 on 23/00610/FUL to allow revisions to proposed scheme to include window fenestration alterations on south and east elevations, cill height in South dining room lowered with ce
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-10-18
View full details - - Land Rear Of Old Coastguard Cottages, Coast Guard Lane, With Access Off Gate Lane, Freshwater Isle Of Wight
Outline for tourism development of four cabins (revised scheme)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-06-30
View full details - - Bayclose Terrace Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9QE
G1; Leylandii, Sycamore & Bay (bordering left side of building) - remove branches overhanging property to create a clearance of approximately 2m from building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-04-26
View full details - - 1 Ocean View Coastguard Lane Freshwater Isle Of Wight PO40 9QU
Retention and completion of a single storey side extension in place of the former UPVC conservatory
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Isle of Wight | Date: 2023-01-20
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A brief summary of Freshwater Bay in Isle of Wight
Freshwater is a prominent village and civil parish located at the western tip of the Isle of Wight, England. It encompasses the coastal area of Freshwater Bay, known for its picturesque cove. This region, part of the popular tourist destination known as the Back of the Wight, presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in tourism, residential development, and coastal management.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Freshwater Bay a particularly low-crime area.
Freshwater Bay has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Freshwater Bay includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Freshwater Marshes SSSI, Compton Down SSSI, Yar Estuary SSSI and 1 more; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Isle Of Wight; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime, South Wight Maritime, Isle of Wight Downs; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast, Solent & Southampton Water; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Solent & Southampton Water. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Freshwater Bay 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.
Planning Activity in Freshwater Bay
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Freshwater Bay. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Freshwater Bay.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Freshwater Bay were tree works (13), full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (6). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 16 applications
- Refused: 6 applications
- Awaiting decision: 9 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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