How long do planning decisions take near Pontamman?

The average planning decision time near Pontamman is 61 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 Pontamman?

The planning approval rate near Pontamman is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pontamman?

The most common type of planning application near Pontamman is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pontamman?

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Pontamman, Carmarthenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pontamman, Carmarthenshire.

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About Pontamman

Pontamman, located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, is an electoral ward that encompasses parts of the town and community of Ammanford. This area is represented by a single county councillor, making it a key point of interest for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £219,489 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Carmarthenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Caerfyrddin
LSOA: Carmarthenshire 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pontamman.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pontamman based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Pontamman.

- 29 Maesycoed, Ammanford, SA18 2JB
Single storey extension at rear of dwelling comprising of two no bedrooms
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 1 Fairoak, Ammanford, SA18 2JT
Single storey extension to the side and rear of a detached bungalow
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2025-06-02
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- 44 Wernoleu Road, Ammanford, SA18 2JL
Variation of Condition 2 on PL/05238 (Dormer windows to be added, and external wall finish altered to face brick)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2025-02-21
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- Land at Lon Ger Y Coed, Ammanford
The development of 9 no. residential dwellinghouses; with all matters reserved
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2025-01-07
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- Former Betws Colliery Site, Maesquarre Road, Ammanford
Variation of Condition 16 of E/21721 - (Variation of Condition (1 of E/09584 to extend the period of time for the submission of reserved matters for a further 24 months))
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2024-12-11
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- 2 Ffordd Y Glowyr, Betws, Ammanford, SA18 2FG
Variation of Condition 4,5 and 6 on E/39168 (Opening Times)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Carmarthenshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Pontamman in Carmarthenshire

Property prices in Pontamman show an average sale price of £219,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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Planning Activity in Pontamman

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Pontamman. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Pontamman.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Pontamman slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Pontamman were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), 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.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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