Salem, Cornwall Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Salem, Cornwall.
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Planning applications in Salem are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Salem
Salem is a quaint hamlet located to the west of Chacewater in Cornwall, England. Its rural setting and proximity to nearby settlements make it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications, particularly for those exploring development opportunities in the picturesque Cornish countryside.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Cornwall
- Parliamentary constituency: Camborne and Redruth
- LSOA: Cornwall 056D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Salem.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Salem.
- 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 Salem based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
167 planning applications found near Salem.
- - 8 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Replacement of rear sub-standard leanto with new single storey extension and installation of new 4.8kw solar array & air source heat pump
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 8 The Terrace Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LT
Non material amendment in relation to decision notice PA23/05031 dated 09.10.2023 to allow approval of raised levels for the garden retaining wall and the replacement annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Woodside 6 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Works to trees in a conservation area works include Dismantle the 4 Norway Spruce trees and the multi stemmed Scots Pine. Dismantle the two largest Pines and the Scots Pine to the ground and the other
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 3 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Works to trees in a conservation area (CA), works include Dismantle the two stems of Sycamore that threaten your property. Leave the other stems that are leaning away. This has serious decay at the ba
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 8 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Alterations to existing vehicular access including new gates and turning area in rear garden to allow vehicles to enter and exit the site in forward gear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-08-14
View full details - - Menhegy House The Terrace Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LT
Works to Tree(s) within a Conservation Area (TCA)T1 - Ash tree - (Ash dieback) Tree to be reduced to approx 3 foot / T2 T3 - Damson trees & T4 - Apple tree - Dead wooded and repruned / Dead wooded and
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - - Woodside 6 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Works to trees in a conservation area (CA), works include To attend site and remove 2 x large limbs from multi-stemmed Holm oak (T1) adjacent to entrance gate (which are obstructing access for larger
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - 8 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Replacement of unsafe front boundary wall with addition of railings, gate, and formation of portico over front entrance door
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-02-25
View full details - - 8 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Works to Tree(s) within a Conservation Area (TCA) - Remove two young larch trees no 4 and 5 one young cabbage palm tree no 3 and a laurel no 2 also a rotten dead tree trunk no 1, with plans of replant
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-01-09
View full details - - Hornblowers Sergeants Hill Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8FL
Works to a tree subject to a Tree Preservation Order for Sycamore (T2) - fell due to poor form (following frequent surgery/management efforts). Tree is in an unsuitable position and is of low amenity
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-11-19
View full details - - 19 Fore Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LN
Listed Building Consent for installation of 6no. Solar PV panels on rear roof of the property
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-30
View full details - - Rear Land 7-8 The Terrace Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LT
Works to Trees within a Conservation Area (TCA) - T1 - Ash. T2, T3 and T5 - Western Red Cedar. T4 - Macrocarpa. T6 - Holly. T7 - Horse Chestnut. T8 - Leylandii. Remove all.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-28
View full details - - Adjacent To Willow Cottage Sergeants Hill Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8FL
Works to trees within a Conservation Area - reduction of the three main branches of a semi mature Sycamore tree by 50%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-10-25
View full details - - 7 The Terrace Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LT
Works to trees in a conservation area, works include G1 3 x Cherry fell;T1 Laurel crown reduce tree by 30% all round from 8 - 5.5 metres height and 7 - 6 metres spread; T2 Thuja fell tree due to compr
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-02-23
View full details - - Woodside 6 High Street Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LW
Application for tree works in a Conservation Area (CA): Reduce crown on a Holm Oak and crown lift a Sycamore, Beech and Yew
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-10-09
View full details - - Cheverney Off Sergeants Hill Chacewater Cornwall TR4 8NQ
Proposed extensions including an attached garage at ground floor level and new sun room at first floor level with internal alterations throughout.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-09-26
View full details - - Sergeants Hill Chacewater Cornwall
Works to trees within a conservation area - felling of 2 Ash trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-07-21
View full details - - 8 The Terrace Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LT
Replacement of rear annexe following landslide
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-07-19
View full details - - 4 Woodside Cottages Falmouth Road Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LP
Works to trees in a Conservation area (TCA) namely G1- Side prune Sycamores lower re-growth back to boundary or previous pruning points on 2 trees.T2- Pollard Sycamore to approximately 4m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-05-19
View full details - - 8 The Terrace Chacewater Truro Cornwall TR4 8LT
Works to trees in a Conservation area (TCA) - to remove 1 Sycamore, 1 Macrocarpa, 1 Sorbus, 1 Cryptomeria, 1 Ash, 6 Lawsons, 1 Oak & 1 shrubby Bay
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-02-17
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A brief summary of Salem in Cornwall
Salem is a quaint hamlet located to the west of Chacewater in Cornwall, England. Its rural setting and proximity to nearby settlements make it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications, particularly for those exploring development opportunities in the picturesque Cornish countryside.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Salem a particularly low-crime area.
Salem has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chacewater. 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 Salem includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Carrick Heaths SSSI, West Cornwall Bryophytes SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Salem 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 Salem
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Salem. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 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 Salem.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Salem were tree works (14), full planning applications (12), listed building and heritage (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
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