How long do planning decisions take near Kerris?

The average planning decision time near Kerris is 66 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 Kerris?

The planning approval rate near Kerris is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kerris?

The most common type of planning application near Kerris is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kerris?

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Kerris, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kerris, Cornwall.

Cornwall · England · settlement

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About Kerris

Kerris is a quaint settlement located in west Cornwall, approximately three miles southwest of Penzance, within the civil parish of Paul. The name Kerris translates to "fort-place" in Cornish, highlighting its historical significance. For those researching planning applications in the area, Kerris offers a unique blend of local heritage and potential development opportunities.

District: Cornwall

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £307,312 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 069C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kerris.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kerris based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kerris.

- White Caunce Farm Paul Penzance Cornwall TR19 6UX
Construction of a building known as , The Roundhouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Kerris in Cornwall

Property prices in Kerris show an average sale price of £307,312, 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 Kerris a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kerris includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chyenhal Moor SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall. 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 Kerris

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Kerris. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Kerris.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Kerris slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Kerris were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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