What is the planning approval rate near Lovaton?

The planning approval rate near Lovaton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lovaton?

The most common type of planning application near Lovaton is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lovaton?

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Lovaton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lovaton, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lovaton are administered by Devon County Council. View the full Devon County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £378,774 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Devon
Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
LSOA: West Devon 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lovaton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lovaton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Lovaton.

- BURGOYNES, Lovaton, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6PT
Raise roof on outset, re-roofing of dwelling, installation of solar on roof, demolition of existing conservatory and internal and external alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Higher Lovaton, Lovaton, Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6PT
Change from conservatory to a veranda
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dartmoor | Date: 2023-03-18
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A brief summary of Lovaton in Devon

Lovaton is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Lovaton show an average sale price of £378,774, 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 Lovaton a particularly low-crime area.

Lovaton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Meavy. 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 Lovaton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Burrator Quarries SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. 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 Lovaton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lovaton. Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lovaton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Lovaton were amendments (2).

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