Putsborough, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Putsborough, Devon.
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About Putsborough
Putsborough is a picturesque hamlet located in the Georgeham Civil Parish along the stunning west-facing coast of North Devon. Situated approximately 0.75 miles north of Croyde and 1 mile west-northwest of Georgeham, it offers proximity to Putsborough Sands, the southern section of the expansive Woolacombe Sand beach that stretches two miles along Morte Bay. This charming area may present various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to coastal development and tourism.
District: Georgeham
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: North Devon
- LSOA: North Devon 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Putsborough.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Putsborough.
- 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 Putsborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Putsborough.
- - Putsborough Court Putsborough Braunton Devon EX33 1LB
Notification of works to trees in a conservation area in respect of a crown reduction of sycamores(T1 & T2) and remove dead stems to ground level of 1 Elm Tree (G1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Putsborough Court Putsborough Braunton Devon EX33 1LB
Creation of dependent relatives annexe and/or short-term holiday rental accommodation, creation of raised platform above existing garage, erection of new double garage and replacement of conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - Putsborough Court Putsborough Braunton Devon EX33 1LB
Listed building consent for the creation of dependent relatives annexe and/or short-term holiday rental accommodation, creation of raised platform above existing garage, erection of new double garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - Putsborough Sands Car Park Putsborough Devon EX33 1LB
3-year temporary permission for the siting of booking kiosk and 2 shipping containers for use by a surf school and for storing surf lifesaving equipment. (Amended Description).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Devon | Date: 2025-07-30
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A brief summary of Putsborough in Devon
Putsborough is a picturesque hamlet located in the Georgeham Civil Parish along the stunning west-facing coast of North Devon. Situated approximately 0.75 miles north of Croyde and 1 mile west-northwest of Georgeham, it offers proximity to Putsborough Sands, the southern section of the expansive Woolacombe Sand beach that stretches two miles along Morte Bay. This charming area may present various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to coastal development and tourism. It sits within the Georgeham district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Putsborough a particularly low-crime area.
Putsborough has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Croyde, Putsborough. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Putsborough includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Saunton to Baggy Point Coast SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North 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, Putsborough 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.
Planning Activity in Putsborough
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Putsborough. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Putsborough maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Putsborough were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.