Lynton, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lynton, Devon.
Devon · England · Town
Planning applications in Lynton are administered by North Devon District Council. View the full North Devon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lynton
Lynton, located on the Exmoor coast in North Devon, England, is approximately 17 miles northeast of Barnstaple and 18 miles west of Minehead. Perched above the village of Lynmouth, the town is distinguished by its dramatic gorge formed by the West Lyn and East Lyn rivers. This unique geographical setting presents both opportunities and challenges for planning applications in the area, particularly concerning development and environmental considerations.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £409,294 (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 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lynton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lynton.
- 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 Lynton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
32 planning applications found near Lynton.
- - Garson House Care Home 7 Lee Road Lynton EX35 6HU
Works to trees in a conservation area: removal of 6 -7 branches from 4no. Beech trees.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 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
View full details - - Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Fire Station Burvill Street Lynton EX35 6HA
Proposed replacement of existing drill tower.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 4, ALFORD TERRACE, LYNTON, EX35 6AT
Proposed restructuring of garage roof, together with, installation of solar panels, windows and external wood panelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2022-07-10
View full details - - THE FERNERY, LYDIATE LANE, LYNTON, EX35 6AJ
Proposed excavation of ground level and erection of single storey extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2022-06-27
View full details - - 19, GRATTONS DRIVE, LYNTON, EX35 6LW
Proposed first floor roof terrace to rear of building and associated development. Re-submission of withdrawn application 62/41/21/030
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2022-03-15
View full details - - 19 Grattons Drive, Lynton, EX35 6LW
Proposed first floor roof terrace to rear of building and associated development.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2021-11-04
View full details - - 17 Grattons Drive, Lynton, EX35 6LW
Proposed extension to garage and new bay window.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2021-07-06
View full details - - Saffron Cottage, Lydiate Lane, Lynton, Devon
Erection of extension to dwelling. Retrospective. (Amended description)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2019-07-18
View full details - - Lyn House, Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon
Works to Trees in Conservation Area: Crown reduction and removal of lower limbs obstructing road of a Sweet Chestnut.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2013-09-17
View full details - - Higher Croft House, Blackmore's Path, Lynton, Devon
Listed Building Consent to re-roof turnerised roof with natural slate together with repairs to side gable, chimney stack and dormer windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2013-04-16
View full details - - The Old Chapel, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AR
Proposed installation of an air source heat pump. (Retrospective).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2011-08-15
View full details - - No's 2 and 3 Normans Cleave, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AU
Proposed installation of an air source heating system to include the siting of an outdoor fan unit. As per additional information 29.07.11.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2011-06-03
View full details - - 5 Normans Cleave, Lynton , Devon, EX35 6AU
Proposed installation of an air source heating system to include the siting of an outdoor fan unit. As per additional information 29.07.11.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2011-06-03
View full details - - Beulah Heights, Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AR
Extensions and alterations to dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2011-05-10
View full details - - The Fernery, Lydiate Lane, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AJ
Proposed change of use of dwelling house (use class C3) to guest house (use class C1).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2010-12-06
View full details - - The Old Chapel, Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AR
Proposed non-material amendment (change 4 no. first floor windows from curved heads to straight ones) of approved planning application 62/41/09/026.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2010-01-28
View full details - - The Old Chapel, Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AR
Proposed non-material amendment (re-building instead of renovating the Projectionist's house and the change in the number of opening lights on 4 no. front elevation windows from 2 lights to 3 lights)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2010-01-28
View full details - - The Old Chapel, Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AR
Proposed non-material amendment (re-building instead of renovating the Projectionist's house, 4 no. first floor windows from curved heads to straight ones and the change in the number of opening light
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2009-12-21
View full details - - The Old Chapel, Sinai Hill, Lynton, Devon, EX35 6AR
Conversion of building consisting of 3 bedroom flat and workshop to form 2 dwellings (re-submission of planning application 62/41/09/014). As per amended plan 13.10.09 and 26.10.09.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Exmoor | Date: 2009-08-03
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A brief summary of Lynton in Devon
Lynton, located on the Exmoor coast in North Devon, England, is approximately 17 miles northeast of Barnstaple and 18 miles west of Minehead. Perched above the village of Lynmouth, the town is distinguished by its dramatic gorge formed by the West Lyn and East Lyn rivers. This unique geographical setting presents both opportunities and challenges for planning applications in the area, particularly concerning development and environmental considerations.
Property prices in Lynton show an average sale price of £409,294, 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 Lynton a particularly low-crime area.
Lynton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lynton, Lynmouth. 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 Lynton includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dean Steep SSSI, River Lyn SSSI, Watersmeet SSSI and 1 more; 3 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lynton 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.
Planning Activity in Lynton
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Lynton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Lynton.
The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Lynton were listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3), tree works (3). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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