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23 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Porthtowan · updated daily · Cornwall Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Wardens Accommodation Tregoyne Porthtowan Truro Cornwall TR4 8FEAwaiting decisionChange of use of dwelling from warden's accommodation to an unrestricted dwelling (no operational development)Received 21 Oct 2026PA26/06926
Surf Life Saving Club West Beach Road Porthtowan Truro Cornwall TR4 8ADAwaiting decisionSubmission of details to discharge conditions 5 (CL1 - Risk assessment) and 6 (CL2 - Remediation scheme) in relation to Decision notice PA26/03474 dated 17.09.26Received 7 Oct 2026PA26/07012
Street Record Porthtowan CornwallAwaiting decisionElectricity Act 1989: Overhead Lines (Exemption) (England and Wales) Regulations 2009.Received 14 Sep 2026PA26/06430
Wardens Accommodation Tregoyne Porthtowan Truro Cornwall TR4 8FEAwaiting decisionRevocation of S106 agreement which restricts the property to wardens accommodationReceived 20 Jul 2026PA26/05060
Enyscot Eastcliff Porthtowan Truro Cornwall TR4 8ALApprovedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for an Existing use The property previously had temporary planning permission for a wooden bungalow which was renewed a number of times from 1949 through to 1978. There are two further planning permissions relating to retention of the wooden bungalow which Cornwall Council has been unable to provide on request because they are missing. In 1994 permission was given for a new roof on the bungalow. This permission does not reference the bungalow or the roof being temporary.This application is to confirm that the existing use of the bungalow as a dwellinghouse is lawful.Received 16 Jul 2026Decided 18 Aug 2026PA26/04967

Planning in Porthtowan

Approved: 71%; 10 of 12 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Porthtowan

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TR4 254 applications in the last 12 months

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About Porthtowan

Porthtowan is a picturesque village located on Cornwall's north Atlantic coast, approximately 3.5 km southwest of St Agnes and 6 km north of Redruth. Renowned as a popular summer tourist destination, it lies within the Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its scenic location and historical significance make it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly in tourism and conservation. It sits within the St Agnes district.

Property prices in Porthtowan show an average sale price of £334,883, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Porthtowan 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 Porthtowan a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Porthtowan has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Porthtowan 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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In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Porthtowan. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Porthtowan?

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Porthtowan. The approval rate is 71%.

How long do planning decisions take near Porthtowan?

The average planning decision time near Porthtowan 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 Porthtowan?

The planning approval rate near Porthtowan is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Porthtowan?

The most common type of planning application near Porthtowan is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Porthtowan?

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