How long do planning decisions take near Rillaton?

The average planning decision time near Rillaton is 38 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 Rillaton?

The planning approval rate near Rillaton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rillaton?

The most common type of planning application near Rillaton is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rillaton?

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Rillaton, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rillaton, Cornwall.

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Planning applications in Rillaton are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rillaton

Rillaton is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Linkinhorne, Cornwall. This area is notable for its historical significance, particularly due to the nearby Bronze Age round barrow, where the renowned Rillaton Gold Cup was discovered in 1837, making it a point of interest for those researching local heritage and planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £289,950 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: South East Cornwall
LSOA: Cornwall 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rillaton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rillaton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Rillaton.

- Play Area Parsons Meadow Rilla Mill Cornwall
Works to Trees within a Conservation Area (TCA) - 2 x Ash and 2 x Alder - Full removal
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-05-15
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- Mill House Rilla Mill Callington Cornwall PL17 7NT
Works to Tree(s) within a Conservation Area (TCA) dismantle dangerous Beech Tree - unstable
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-27
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- Netherhill Rilla Mill Callington Cornwall PL17 7NT
Works to trees in a Conservation Area, T1 - Oak tree needs pruning, T2 - Oak Tree needs pruning, T3 - 3 Sycamore trees need pruning
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-12-30
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- Riverside Rilla Mill Callington Cornwall PL17 7NT
Application for tree works within a conservation area: T1- Conifer- Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-10-27
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- Parsons Meadow Rilla Mill Cornwall
Works to trees within a Conservation Area - removal of 1 Laurel (L1), 5 Alders (A1-5) 2 Sycamores (C1-2), 1 Sycamore (S1) and 1 Goat Willow (W1)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Glen Meadow Rilla Mill Callington Cornwall PL17 7NT
Exception notice for removal of a 35+ year old dead Laburnum tree.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-08-09
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- Land West Of Highway From Rillaton To Rilla Mill Rilla Mill Cornwall PL17 7PB
Construction of slurry lagoon to accord with government requirements, with associated works.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-08-11
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- Land Adjacent To Utility Track Rilla Mill Cornwall
Exception notice for works to remove an Ash tree suffering from Ash dieback.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-08-04
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- Land PT OS 7211 Rilla Mill Callington Cornwall
Removal of two Ash Trees (T1 and T2) within a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2012-10-29
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A brief summary of Rillaton in Cornwall

Property prices in Rillaton show an average sale price of £289,950, 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 Rillaton a particularly low-crime area.

Rillaton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Rilla Mill. 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 Rillaton includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Rillaton

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Rillaton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 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 Rillaton.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rillaton were tree works (5), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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