How long do planning decisions take near Otterton?

The average planning decision time near Otterton is 33 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 Otterton?

The planning approval rate near Otterton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Otterton?

The most common type of planning application near Otterton is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Otterton?

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Otterton, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Otterton, Devon.

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About Otterton

Otterton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in East Devon, England, nestled along the English Channel. Surrounded by the parishes of East Budleigh, Bicton, Colaton Raleigh, Newton Poppleford, Harpford, and Sidmouth, it boasts a population of 656 as of the 2011 census. Otterton is part of the Raleigh electoral ward, which has a total population of 2,120, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community developments.

Population: 673 (2021) · Area: 1037.5 km²

District: East Devon

Website: http://www.otterton.org

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £450,092 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Exmouth and Exeter East
LSOA: East Devon 017A

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Otterton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Otterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Otterton.

- The Green Fore Street Otterton
T1: Plane - crown lift to 5.2m over the road and 2.4m. Shortening back three second order limbs over road by approximately 2m. Maximum diameter of cuts (MDC), 70mm. T2: Oak - crown lift to 5.2m over t
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 20 Fore Street Otterton Devon EX9 7HB
1, Elm : 60% dead- remove 2, Fir : misshapen and crowded - remove 3, Ash : at an angle. 4, Ash : dead - remove 5, willow - remove 6, 7, 8, x3 Ash trees : on a bank, part of a hedge, part dead - remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 26 Fore Street Otterton Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HB
T1 : Oak - overall canopy reduction by approximately 1750-2000mm with cut diameters up to 40mm in order to reduce vertical and lateral spread of the canopy. Light internal crown cleaning to removal a
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 2 Stantyway Court Fore Street Otterton Budleigh Salterton EX9 7HB
T1: Field Maple, T2: Alder, T3: Field Maple - lift over decking to clear approximately 3m and shorten back long branches over lawn by approximately 1.5m - 2m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-02-02
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- 7 Rydon Orchard Otterton Devon EX9 7DD
Proposed installation of window opening at first floor level in north east elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Devon | Date: 2025-09-24
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A brief summary of Otterton in Devon

Otterton covers an area of approximately 1037.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Otterton show an average sale price of £450,092, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Otterton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Otterton. 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 Otterton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ladram Bay to Sidmouth SSSI, Otter Estuary SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon. 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, Otterton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.otterton.org. 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 Otterton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Otterton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 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 Otterton.

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Otterton were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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