Search Rackenford planning applications
107 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Rackenford · updated daily · North Devon District Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Land at Stonelands Cross Rackenford DevonAwaiting decisionApproval of details in respect of discharge of conditions 9 (CEMP), 14 (surface water management), 18 (waste audit statement) and 25 (air quality assessment) attached to Appeal APP/X1118/W/23/3317058 (planning application 74775) (Hybrid planning application to provide an Agricultural-Hub comprising: Area 1: Full Planning Permission for the erection of workshop and storage and distribution uses with ancillary offices, shop and showroom, (sui generis),creation of access and associated works (Phase 1) Area 2: Outline Application for the erection of buildings 1, 2 & 3 for agri-business uses falling under Use Classes Class E (a) retail, Class E (e) medical services, Class E (g) Business, B2 workshop and B8 storage and distribution with appearance and scale to be reserved matters (Phases 2 & 3))Discharge of ConditionsReceived 8 Sep 202682236
- Rowes Yard Rackenford Tiverton Devon EX16 8DTAwaiting decisionApplication for a lawful development certificate for existing works carried out under planning permission 74391 (Redevelopment of the yard for the erection of six dwellings) to ensure the permission remains extantCertificate of Lawful DevelopmentReceived 13 Apr 202681672
- Wallhayes Rackenford DevonApprovedPrior approval for change of use of agricultural building to dwelling house (class Q)Prior Approval Class QReceived 14 Jan 2026Decided 9 Mar 202681287
- Bulworthy Farm Rackenford Tiverton Devon EX16 8DWAwaiting decisionNotice of application to discharge a planning obligation under Regulation 3 of the Town and Country Planning (modification & discharge of planning obligations) Regulations 1992 in respect of discharge of S106 attached to planning permission 30086 Erection of agricultural workers dwellingS106 Discharge or ModificationReceived 7 Jan 202681268
- East Nutcott, Road From Knowstone Cross To Rackenford Cross, Rackenford, Devon, EX16 8EEAwaiting decisionImportation of clean soil (444,000m3 (663,000 tonnes)) from construction sites that will be used for bio-diversity enhancements and the reprofiling of the host siteFull Planning ConsentReceived 18 Dec 2025DCC/4451/2025
Planning in Rackenford
Only 4 decisions near Rackenford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rackenford in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.
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EX16 248 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: North Devon District Council
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About Rackenford
Rackenford is a quaint village and civil parish situated in North Devon, England, approximately 7.3 miles northwest of Tiverton and 20 miles southeast of Barnstaple. Known for its rural charm, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and local authorities alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 417 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Devon district.
Property prices in Rackenford show an average sale price of £306,433, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rackenford 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 Rackenford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Rackenford has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rackenford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.rackenford-devon.co.uk/.
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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rackenford, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Rackenford.
The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.