How long do planning decisions take near Horner?

The average planning decision time near Horner is 53 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 Horner?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Horner?

The most common type of planning application near Horner is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Horner?

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Horner, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horner, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Horner 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 Horner

Horner is a picturesque village and civil parish located within the Exmoor National Park in Somerset, situated at the base of Dunkery Beacon, the highest hill in the area at 1,750 feet (533 m). Approximately one mile south of the A39 road connecting Porlock and Minehead, the parish also encompasses the hamlets of Stoke Pero and the historic site of Wilmersham. This tranquil setting offers potential for various planning applications, particularly those related to conservation and development in a national park environment.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horner.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Horner based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Horner in Somerset

Property prices in Horner show an average sale price of £351,190, 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 Horner a particularly low-crime area.

Horner has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Allerford, Porlock. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Horner includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): North Exmoor SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor & Quantock Oakwoods, Exmoor Heaths; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 Horner

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Horner. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 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 Horner.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Horner were discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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