Harlech, Gwynedd Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Harlech, Gwynedd.
Gwynedd · Wales · settlement
About Harlech
Harlech is a picturesque seaside resort located in Gwynedd, North Wales, nestled within the scenic Snowdonia National Park and overlooking Tremadog Bay. Renowned for its historic Harlech Castle, built by Edward I in 1283, the town features a blend of new housing developments alongside its charming shopping street and local church. With a community population of 1,263 as of the 2021 census, and a significant portion of residents speaking Welsh, Harlech presents a unique environment for planning applications, particularly in relation to residential and heritage considerations.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £229,505 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Gwynedd
- Parliamentary constituency: Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- LSOA: Gwynedd 013E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Harlech.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Harlech.
- 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 Harlech based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Harlech.
- NP5/61/LULB280F - Plas Flat, Spar Shop, High Street, Harlech. LL46 2YA
Certificate of Lawful Use (Existing)
Status: Undecided | Type: Certificate of lawful use (Existing) | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-04-30 - - Aris, 4 Pen-y-Bryn, Harlech. LL46 2SL
Erection of single storey extension to front elevation to replace existing conservatory, replacement of existing rear conservatory roof, alterations to fenestration and replacement of existing flat ro
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Afallon, Ffordd Pen Llech, Harlech. LL46 2YL
Erection of single storey rear extension and new balcony/bridge with glass balustrades (Amended application to that previously approved under reference no. NP5/61/670 dated 18/02/2025)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Llys Bach, Harlech. LL46 2SN
Certificate of Lawful Use (Proposed Use) for change of use from a sole or main residence (Use Class C3) to a dwellinghouse used otherwise than as a sole or main residence and occupied for 183 days or
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Bryn-y-Coed, High Street, Harlech. LL46 2YT
Change of use from Use Class C5 (Holiday home) to Use Class C6 (Holiday let)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Plas Flat, Spar Shop, High Street, Harlech. LL46 2YA
Certificate of Lawful Use (Existing) for use of first floor flat as Use Class C5 – Dwellinghouses used otherwise than as a sole or main residence and occupied for 183 days or fewer
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - Erinfa, High Street, Harlech. LL46 2YT
Discharge Condition No.4 (stonework) attached to Planning Consent NP5/61/669 dated 12/08/2025
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-10-20
View full details - - Erinfa, High Street, Harlech. LL46 2YT
Retrospective application for the retention of an outbuilding within the domestic curtilage of an existing dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - Gwelfor, Tryfar Terrace, Harlech. LL46 2YR
Certificate of Lawful Use (Existing) to use property as short-term holiday letting unit falling under Use Class Order C6
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Snowdonia | Date: 2025-05-07
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A brief summary of Harlech in Gwynedd
Harlech is a picturesque seaside resort located in Gwynedd, North Wales, nestled within the scenic Snowdonia National Park and overlooking Tremadog Bay. Renowned for its historic Harlech Castle, built by Edward I in 1283, the town features a blend of new housing developments alongside its charming shopping street and local church. With a community population of 1,263 as of the 2021 census, and a significant portion of residents speaking Welsh, Harlech presents a unique environment for planning applications, particularly in relation to residential and heritage considerations.
Property prices in Harlech show an average sale price of £229,505, 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 Harlech a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harlech 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 Harlech
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Harlech. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Harlech maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Harlech were full planning applications (5), amendments (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.