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Planning in Shortlanesend

Approved
74%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Shortlanesend

Postcode districts

TR4 254 applications in the last 12 monthsTR1 293 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cornwall Council

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About Shortlanesend

Shortlanesend is a village located in the Kenwyn parish of Cornwall, England, just two miles north of Truro. Historically known as Penfounder, the village features essential amenities such as a Methodist chapel, a village hall, the Old Plough Inn pub, a post office, and a primary school. Situated in the former Carrick District, Shortlanesend offers a blend of community facilities that may be relevant for planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shortlanesend 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 Shortlanesend a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shortlanesend has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shortlanesend 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Shortlanesend, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Shortlanesend. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (4), amendments (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shortlanesend?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Shortlanesend. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shortlanesend?
The average planning decision time near Shortlanesend is 49 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 Shortlanesend?
The planning approval rate near Shortlanesend is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shortlanesend?
The most common type of planning application near Shortlanesend is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shortlanesend?
You can search and track planning applications near Shortlanesend on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.