How long do planning decisions take near Longcause?

The average planning decision time near Longcause is 64 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 Longcause?

The planning approval rate near Longcause is 44%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longcause?

The most common type of planning application near Longcause is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longcause?

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Longcause, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longcause, Devon.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £518,791 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Hams
Parliamentary constituency: South Devon
LSOA: South Hams 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longcause.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longcause based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Longcause.

- 6 Dartside Totnes TQ9 5HL
Application for variation of conditions 2 (approved plans) & 5 (privacy screen) of planning consent 2730/25/VAR
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Land At Sx 795 612 (Spring House) Dartington
Construction of a dwelling & associated detached outbuilding
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 6 Dartside Totnes TQ9 5HL
Application for variation of conditions 2 (approved plans), 5 (privacy screen), 6 (flat roof area) & 7 (climate emergency compliance) of planning consent 2253/24/HHO
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2025-09-15
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- Porthaven Dartington TQ9 6NR
Householder application for erection of 2m high timber fence to front boundary (part retrospective)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-05-28
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- 6 Dartside Totnes TQ9 5HL
Householder application for alterations to existing dwelling including small single storey extensions, attic conversion, garage conversion to provide annexe, new dormer window to rear & PV panels
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-02-28
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A brief summary of Longcause in Devon

Longcause is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Longcause show an average sale price of £518,791, 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 Longcause a particularly low-crime area.

Longcause has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Longcause includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Longcause

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Longcause. Of these, 44% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Longcause.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Longcause slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Longcause were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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