Llanfechain, Powys Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Llanfechain, Powys.
Powys · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Llanfechain are administered by Powys County Council. View the full Powys County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Llanfechain
Llanfechain is a quaint village and community located in Powys, Wales, situated along the B4393 road connecting Llanfyllin and Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain. Historically part of Montgomeryshire, the village is traversed by the River Cain and has a population of approximately 476 as of 2019, up from 465 in the 2011 Census. This charming locale offers potential opportunities for planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £299,580 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Powys
- Parliamentary constituency: Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
- LSOA: Powys 001E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Llanfechain.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Llanfechain.
- 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 Llanfechain based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
55 planning applications found near Llanfechain.
- - Land At Maes Dinas Llanfechain Powys SY22 6YR
Residential development of 25 dwellings, formation of vehicular access and associated works (three affordable homes)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-11-27
View full details - - 3 Maes Mechain Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UH
Proposed extension and changes to access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-06-25
View full details - - Tirionfa Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UJ
Installation of 12 panel solar pv array to the front and rear roof slope
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2025-02-13
View full details - - Cae Mawr Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain SY22 6XH
Application for non-material amendments to planning permission 23/0136/FUL in respect to change of the roof material
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Powys | Date: 2024-06-25
View full details - - Cain Cottage 1 Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain SY22 6UP
Proposed rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2024-05-23
View full details - - Cain Villa Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain SY22 6UP
Discharge of conditions 5 and 6 of consent 23/0568/HH in respect of external lighting plan and Bat Conservation Plan
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2024-03-25
View full details - - Cain Villa Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UP
Removal of porch and erection of replacement porch, internal and external alterations to dwelling, to include the replacement of windows, alterations to roof and the installation of PV solar panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-04-11
View full details - - Cain Villa Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain SY22 6UP
Removal of porch and erection of replacement porch, internal and external alterations to dwelling, to include the replacement of windows, alterations to roof and the installation of PV solar panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-04-11
View full details - - Cae Mawr Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain SY22 6XH
Formation of access track , erection of agriculture buildings and all other associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-01-25
View full details - - Central House Llanfechain SY22 6UJ
Erection of a single two storey dwelling (Some matters reserved)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Powys | Date: 2020-05-05
View full details - - Glebe House Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UT
TREE: Proposed works to a European larch tree with a TPO
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Powys | Date: 2018-05-14
View full details - - 8 Mount View Llanfechain Powys SY22 6XJ
Works to a tree subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO 83/T3)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Powys | Date: 2016-10-17
View full details - - Branas Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain Powys SY22 6XF
Full: Erection of two storey side extension and single storey rear extension. Change of use of land to extend domestic curtilage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2015-06-18
View full details - - Plas Y Dinas Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UJ
Listed Building Consent to retain 2.no new openings for windows in North Elevation. Infill of existing porch. Replacement windows in North East and West Elevations. Replacement of roof lights on West
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Powys | Date: 2015-01-26
View full details - - Branas Ystryd Y Ceunant Llanfechain Powys SY22 6XF
Agri: Erection of agricultural barn for storage of animal feed, machinery and wool
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Powys | Date: 2014-09-12
View full details - - Plasydinas Llanfechain Llansanffraid Powys SY22 6UJ
LBC:Installation of 2 no. additional windows and roof light on north elevation, alterations to existing windows on existing flat roof extension to include patio doors together with infill of existing
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Powys | Date: 2014-07-10
View full details - - Gwynfryn Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UJ
Householder: Proposed extensions to existing dwelling to provide study and utility
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2013-05-02
View full details - - 9 Bryn Aled Mount View Llanfechain Powys SY22 6XJ
Erection of a conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2011-08-12
View full details - - Penymaes Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UT
Erection of a first floor extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2011-06-10
View full details - - The Old Talbot Llanfechain Powys SY22 6UJ
Erection of a detached carport (Retrospective) together with installation of a solar PV Panels on roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2011-06-03
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A brief summary of Llanfechain in Powys
Llanfechain is a quaint village and community located in Powys, Wales, situated along the B4393 road connecting Llanfyllin and Llansantffraid-ym-Mechain. Historically part of Montgomeryshire, the village is traversed by the River Cain and has a population of approximately 476 as of 2019, up from 465 in the 2011 Census. This charming locale offers potential opportunities for planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.
Property prices in Llanfechain show an average sale price of £299,580, 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 Llanfechain a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Llanfechain 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 Llanfechain
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Llanfechain. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 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 Llanfechain.
With an average of 97 days, decisions near Llanfechain take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Llanfechain were full planning applications (6), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.