How long do planning decisions take near Middle Green?

The average planning decision time near Middle Green is 79 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 Middle Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Middle Green?

The most common type of planning application near Middle Green is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Middle Green?

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Middle Green, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Middle Green, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Middle Green are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Tiverton and Minehead
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 013C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Middle Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Middle Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Middle Green.

- 14 Ardwyn, Wellington
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of a single storey extension after removal of lean to at 14 Ardwyn, Wellington
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-02
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- 1 ARDWYN WELLINGTON TA21 8BW
Demolition of garage/store and erection of a two storey extension to the side and a single storey extension to the rear with installation of dormer to the rear and formation of parking to the front of
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Nowers Farm, Wellington
Change of use of stables building into ancillary accommodation at Nowers Farm, Wellington
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-03-21
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- Nowers Farm, Wellington
Change of use of stables building into ancillary accommodation at Nowers Farm, Wellington
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-03-21
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- 8 The Brambles, Wellington
Erection of a single storey extension to the front with conversion of garage to ancillary accommodation at 8 The Brambles, Wellington
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2023-07-14
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A brief summary of Middle Green in Somerset

Middle Green is a settlement located in Somerset, England.

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

Middle Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wellington. 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 Middle Green includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Blackdown Hills. 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, Middle Green 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 Middle Green

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Middle Green. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 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 Middle Green.

The average decision period of 79 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 Middle Green were full planning applications (10), tree works (3), outline applications (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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