How long do planning decisions take near Metherell?

The average planning decision time near Metherell is 40 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 Metherell?

The planning approval rate near Metherell is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Metherell?

The most common type of planning application near Metherell is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Metherell?

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Metherell, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Metherell, Cornwall.

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About Metherell

Metherell is a quaint village located in east Cornwall, England, just three miles east of Callington and two miles west of Calstock. Nestled within the Calstock civil parish, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Elevation: 103.9m

District: Calstock

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: South East Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Metherell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Metherell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Metherell.

- Land Adjacent To 'Rose Park' Coombe Callington Harrowbarrow PL17 8JH
Reserved Matters application for access, layout, scale, appearance and landscaping in respect of construction of self-build dwelling with detached garage including submission of bird box details pursu
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Land Off Coombe Lane Harrowbarrow Cornwall
Pre-application advice for construction of Dwelling and Garage.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-29
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- Harrow Barrow Village Hall School Road Harrowbarrow Callington Cornwall PL17 8BQ
Placement of a modular building and associated groundworks for use as a community village shop within the grounds of Harrowbarrow and Metherell Village Hall. The modular building will be clad in timbe
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-01
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A brief summary of Metherell in Cornwall

Metherell sits at an elevation of 103.9 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Metherell includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sylvia's Meadow SSSI, Tamar-Tavy Estuary SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Tamar Valley; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Plymouth Sound & Estuaries. 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 Metherell

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Metherell. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 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 Metherell.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Metherell were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), 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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