Machynlleth, Powys Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Machynlleth, Powys.
Powys · Wales · Town
About Machynlleth
Machynlleth is a market town and community located in the picturesque Dyfi Valley of Powys, Wales, positioned at the crossroads of the A487 and A489 roads. With a population that grew from 2,147 in 2001 to 2,235 in 2011, it serves as a focal point for local planning applications and development. Often colloquially known as "Mach," the town offers a rich historical context within the historic boundaries of Montgomeryshire.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £205,750 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Powys
- Parliamentary constituency: Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr
- LSOA: Powys 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Machynlleth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Machynlleth.
- 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 Machynlleth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Machynlleth.
- - Gardd Lledfair Market Garden South West Of The Plas Heol Pentrerhedyn Machynlleth Powys SY20 8ER
Erection of buildings, polytunnel and fencing together with creation of a new access and parking area for a market garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - Wynnstay House 7 Penrallt Street Machynlleth SY20 8AG
Discharge of conditions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 of planning approval 23/0765/FUL in relation to Metigation measures, external lighting scheme, TMP, Bio diversity enhancement plan
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - Ysgol Bro Hyddgen (Secondary Campus) Heol Pentrerhedyn Machynlleth SY20 8DR
Demolition of the existing secondary school, construction of a new-build dual stream thru school, 3G sports pitches, athletics facilities, outdoor performance space, play areas, plant and M&E, MUGA, p
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - Wynnstay House 7 Penrallt Street Machynlleth SY20 8AG
Discharge of condition 10 of planning approval 23/0766/LBC in relation to details of materials and works to internal walls
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2024-05-01
View full details - - Former Council Storage Building The Plas Heol Pentrerhedyn Machynlleth Powys
Discharge of condition 3 and 5 of planning approval 21/1115/LBC in relation to materials and roof light specifications
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-12-22
View full details - - Plas Stables The Plas Heol Pentrerhedyn Machynlleth Powys SY20 8EU
Conversion of stable block to a hostel, alterations to existing structure and erection of new plant/storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - 35 Heol Pentrerhedyn Machynlleth Powys SY20 8DJ
Application to discharge condition 4 attached to permission 23/1137/HH in relation to lime render mix
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-10-06
View full details - - Store Rear Of Arvonia Bakery House 14 Maengwyn Street Machynlleth Powys
Conservation Area consent for demolition of dilapidated former bakehouse (in connection with proposed construction of a terrace of 3 two bedroom dwellings)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-04-28
View full details - - 8 Heol Pentrerhedyn Machynlleth Powys SY20 8DN
Installation of new signage including a projecting illuminated sign and painting the existing shopfront (retrospective)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Powys | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of Machynlleth in Powys
Machynlleth is a market town and community located in the picturesque Dyfi Valley of Powys, Wales, positioned at the crossroads of the A487 and A489 roads. With a population that grew from 2,147 in 2001 to 2,235 in 2011, it serves as a focal point for local planning applications and development. Often colloquially known as "Mach," the town offers a rich historical context within the historic boundaries of Montgomeryshire.
Property prices in Machynlleth show an average sale price of £205,750, 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 Machynlleth a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Machynlleth 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 Machynlleth
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Machynlleth. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 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 Machynlleth.
With an average of 92 days, decisions near Machynlleth take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Machynlleth were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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