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Planning in Noss Mayo

Approved
83%
25 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Noss Mayo in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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Around Noss Mayo

Postcode districts

PL8 63 applications in the last 12 monthsPL9 193 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Hams District Council

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About Noss Mayo

Noss Mayo is a picturesque village located in the civil parish of Newton and Noss within the South Hams district of Devon, England. Situated 6 miles southeast of Plymouth, it lies one mile inland along the southern bank of Newton Creek, which is part of the River Yealm estuary. Across the creek is the village of Newton Ferrers, making this area a charming spot for potential planning applications and developments. It sits within the Newton and Noss district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Noss Mayo 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 Noss Mayo a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Noss Mayo has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Noss Mayo, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Noss Mayo. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Noss Mayo?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Noss Mayo. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Noss Mayo?
The average planning decision time near Noss Mayo is 62 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 Noss Mayo?
The planning approval rate near Noss Mayo is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Noss Mayo?
The most common type of planning application near Noss Mayo is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Noss Mayo?
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