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Planning in Lower Town

Approved
88%
30 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Town in the last 24 months, from Mid Devon District Council's planning register.

Decided by Mid Devon District CouncilCouncil page

Around Lower Town

Postcode districts

EX16 248 applications in the last 12 monthsEX15 184 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Mid Devon District Council

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About Lower Town

Lower Town, also known as Lowertown, is a historic neighbourhood in the Rideau-Vanier Ward of central Ottawa, Canada, located just east of downtown. Established in 1826, it features a vibrant mix of residential areas in the north and east, alongside the bustling commercial hub of the Byward Market in the south-west, making it a significant area for planning applications and development.

Property prices in Lower Town show an average sale price of £306,433, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Town 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 Lower Town a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Town 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lower Town, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Lower Town. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (10), amendments (5). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Town?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Lower Town. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lower Town?
The average planning decision time near Lower Town 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 Lower Town?
The planning approval rate near Lower Town is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Town?
The most common type of planning application near Lower Town is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lower Town?
You can search and track planning applications near Lower Town on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.