Search Lower Yelland planning applications

14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Lower Yelland · updated daily · North Devon District Council

Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 12 months

83 Yelland Road Fremington Barnstaple Devon EX31 3DTAwaiting decisionApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a tree preservation order in respect of remove 5x ash trees and 2x birch treesTrees with Tree Preservation OrderReceived 3 Nov 202682436
Land Adjacent to Lagoon View Yelland Barnstaple EX31 3EXAwaiting decisionResidential development comprising of 160 dwellings together with the formation of access through existing public open space, a community building, the creation of public open space and associated infrastructureReceived 2 Sep 202682214
16 Lagoon View West Yelland Barnstaple Devon EX31 3LDApprovedApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect of crown reduction and crown lifting of 1x Ash tree (T111)Received 24 Aug 2026Decided 23 Oct 202682061
47 Lagoon View West Yelland Barnstaple Devon EX31 3LDApprovedApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a tree preservation order in respect of the felling of 1x Ash Tree (T4)Received 17 Aug 2026Decided 12 Oct 202682138
6 Lagoon View West Yelland Barnstaple Devon EX31 3LDAwaiting decisionApplication for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect of crown reduction to 1x Cherry & Elm (Shared Crown)(G1)Trees with Tree Preservation OrderReceived 1 May 202681719

Planning in Lower Yelland

Approved: 95%; 20 of 21 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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Around Lower Yelland

Postcode districts

EX31 268 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: North Devon District Council

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About Lower Yelland

Lower Yelland is a settlement located in Devon, England.

Property prices in Lower Yelland show an average sale price of £303,858, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Yelland 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 Yelland a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Yelland has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Yelland 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 Yelland, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Lower Yelland. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were tree works (11), full planning applications (8), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Yelland?

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Lower Yelland. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lower Yelland?

The average planning decision time near Lower Yelland is 67 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 Yelland?

The planning approval rate near Lower Yelland is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Yelland?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Yelland is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Yelland?

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