How long do planning decisions take near Gunnislake?

The average planning decision time near Gunnislake is 307 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gunnislake?

The most common type of planning application near Gunnislake is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gunnislake?

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Gunnislake, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gunnislake, Cornwall.

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About Gunnislake

Gunnislake is a large village located in the picturesque Tamar Valley of east Cornwall, approximately ten miles north of Plymouth. Known for its rich history, it is the birthplace of Mary Ellen Smith, the first female cabinet minister in the British Empire, born in 1863. This vibrant community offers potential opportunities for planning applications, given its historical significance and scenic surroundings.

District: Calstock

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £285,158 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: South East Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gunnislake.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gunnislake based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Gunnislake.

- Land Adjacent To Gunnislake Weir Tamar Canal Gunnislake
Submission of details to discharge Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 13 and 14 in respect of Decision Notice PA24/06586 dated 05.08.2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Land Adjacent To Gunnislake Weir Tamar Canal Gunnislake Cornwall
Construction of a fish pass, ancillary operational and monitoring equipment and associated infrastructure, access, landscaping and temporary construction compounds
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-02
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- Creations 8 Commercial Street Gunnislake Cornwall PL18 9JW
Conversion of vacant ground floor Class E commercial unit to create 1no 1 bedroom flat
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Gunnislake in Cornwall

Property prices in Gunnislake show an average sale price of £285,158, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Gunnislake includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Tamar-Tavy Estuary SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Plymouth Sound & Estuaries. 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 Gunnislake

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Gunnislake. The average decision time was 307 days.

With an average of 307 days, decisions near Gunnislake take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 11-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Gunnislake were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 83% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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