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Planning in Knowles Hill

Approved
88%
70 of 78 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Knowles Hill in the last 24 months, from Teignbridge District Council's planning register.

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About Knowles Hill

Knowles Hill is a settlement located in Devon, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Knowles Hill area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Knowles Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Knowles Hill has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knowles Hill 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Knowles Hill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 125 planning applications were submitted near Knowles Hill. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (22), discharge of conditions (18), tree works (14). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knowles Hill?
In the last 24 months, 125 planning applications were submitted near Knowles Hill. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Knowles Hill?
The average planning decision time near Knowles Hill is 65 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 Knowles Hill?
The planning approval rate near Knowles Hill is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knowles Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Knowles Hill is listed building consent applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knowles Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Knowles Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.