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13 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Montacute · updated daily · Somerset Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 13 · received or decided in the last 12 months

9 South Street Montacute Yeovil Montacute Somerset TA15 6XDAwaiting decisionProposed repair work/replacement stonework to Front Elevation.Received 29 Oct 202626/02553/LBC
21 Bishopston Montacute Yeovil Montacute Somerset TA15 6UXAwaiting decisionNotification of intent to Fell No. 5 Trees within a Conservation Area.Received 16 Oct 202626/02358/TCA
24 Bishopston Montacute Yeovil Montacute Somerset TA15 6UUApprovedNotification of intent to fell No.02 Leyland Cypress trees included within Conservation Area.Received 16 Sep 2026Decided 21 Oct 202626/02187/TCA
27 Bishopston Montacute Yeovil Montacute Somerset TA15 6UXAwaiting decisionNotification of intent to carry out tree surgery works to No.1 Willow tree within a Conservation Area. Tree to have crown reduction and pollarding to reduce tree height from 5.5m to 2.4m.Received 10 Sep 202626/01975/TCA
43 Bishopston Montacute Yeovil Montacute Somerset TA15 6UXApprovedApplication to carry out Tree Surgery Works to No. 1 as shown within the South Somerset District Council (MONT 1) 1994 Tree Preservation Order. T1 - Mulberry tree: needs periodic pruning, approval has been given historically on a one off basis. Application is for permission to granted in perpetuity so the work can be done every two years when required. Pollarding will reduce the current width from c.9 metres to c. 4 metres, and height from c. 8m to c. 4m. i.e. about 50%. The tree will maintain 4 main trunks and about 15 growth points as previously established from pollarding.Received 1 Sep 202626/02005/TPO

Planning in Montacute

Approved: 100%; 11 of 11 decided
Decision time: about 5 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Montacute in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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Around Montacute

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TA15 13 applications in the last 12 monthsTA14 30 applications in the last 12 months

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About Montacute

Montacute is a quaint village and civil parish located just 4 miles west of Yeovil in Somerset, with a population of 831. Its name may stem from the Latin "Mons Acutus," alluding to the sharp peak of St Michael's Hill nearby, or could be linked to Drogo de Montagu, an associate of Robert, Count of Mortain, who held the area after the Norman Conquest in 1066. This historical backdrop may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the region, given the village's rich heritage and distinct geographical features. The settlement has a population of approximately 681 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Somerset district.

Property prices in Montacute show an average sale price of £380,170, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Montacute area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Montacute a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Montacute has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Montacute 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Montacute, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Montacute. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

The most common types were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Montacute?

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Montacute. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Montacute?

The average planning decision time near Montacute is 35 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 Montacute?

The planning approval rate near Montacute is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Montacute?

The most common type of planning application near Montacute is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Montacute?

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