How long do planning decisions take near Lynmouth?

The average planning decision time near Lynmouth 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 Lynmouth?

The most common type of planning application near Lynmouth is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lynmouth?

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Lynmouth, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lynmouth, Devon.

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About Lynmouth

Lynmouth is a picturesque village located in Devon, England, nestled at the northern edge of Exmoor. It lies at the confluence of the West Lyn and East Lyn rivers within a dramatic gorge, just 700 feet below the neighbouring town of Lynton. The two areas are linked by the unique Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a gravity-powered cable car system that adds to the charm of this built-up village, making it a notable consideration for planning applications in the region.

District: Lynton and Lynmouth

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £520,620 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Devon
Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
LSOA: North Devon 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lynmouth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lynmouth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Lynmouth.

- Exmoor National Park Information Centre The Pavilion The Esplanade Lynmouth EX35 6EQ
Discharge of condition 3 (Odour Risk Assessment) of approved application 62/41/25/007
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-03-05
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- White Rose Cottage Queen Street Lynton EX35 6AA
Proposed formation of roof garden on existing flat roof together with access hatch. Retrospective.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-02-19
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- Seaview Villa 6 Summerhouse Path Lynmouth EX35 6ES
Works to tree in a conservation area: To remove 1no. Cupressus macrocarpa (T1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Shelley's 8 Watersmeet Road Lynmouth EX35 6EP
Proposed reinstatement of retaining wall and stone wall. Retrospective.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Rhenish Tower, The Esplanade, Lynmouth, Devon, EX35 6EQ
Listed building consent for the proposed installation of 4no. CCTV cameras.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2024-09-06
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A brief summary of Lynmouth in Devon

Property prices in Lynmouth show an average sale price of £520,620, 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 Lynmouth a particularly low-crime area.

Lynmouth has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lynton, Lynmouth, Lower East Lyn. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Lynmouth includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Lyn SSSI, Watersmeet SSSI, West Exmoor Coast and Woods SSSI and 1 more; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Exmoor & Quantock Oakwoods; 1 National Parks: EXMOOR. 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 Lynmouth

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Lynmouth. The average decision time was 66 days.

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

The most common application types near Lynmouth were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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