How long do planning decisions take near Lowertown (TR13)?

The average planning decision time near Lowertown (TR13) is 66 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lowertown (TR13)?

The most common type of planning application near Lowertown (TR13) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lowertown (TR13)?

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Lowertown (TR13), Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lowertown (TR13), Cornwall.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Ives
LSOA: Cornwall 072A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lowertown (TR13).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lowertown (TR13).

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 Lowertown (TR13) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lowertown (TR13).

- Higher Gwavas Gwavas Hill Lowertown Helston Cornwall TR13 0BZ
Listed Building Consent for proposed conversion of Barns
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-14
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- Higher Gwavas Gwavas Hill Lowertown Helston Cornwall TR13 0BZ
Proposed barn conversion & associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-09-02
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- Trelyn Caravan Tuckingmill Lowertown Helston Cornwall TR13 0DB
Submission of details to discharge Conditions 3, 4 and 5 in respect of Decision Notice PA22/06619 dated 14.11.22.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-06-12
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A brief summary of Lowertown (TR13) in Cornwall

Lowertown (TR13) is a settlement located in Cornwall, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lowertown (TR13) a particularly low-crime area.

Lowertown (TR13) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Helston. 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 Lowertown (TR13) includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Lowertown (TR13)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Lowertown (TR13). The average decision time was 66 days.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Lowertown (TR13) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lowertown (TR13) were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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