How long do planning decisions take near Smithincott?

The average planning decision time near Smithincott 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 Smithincott?

The planning approval rate near Smithincott is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Smithincott?

The most common type of planning application near Smithincott is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Smithincott?

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Smithincott, Devon Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Smithincott, Devon.

Devon · England · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Devon
Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
LSOA: Mid Devon 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Smithincott.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Smithincott based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Smithincott.

- Land and Buildings at NGR 306179 111561 Smithincott Farm Smithincott Devon
Erection of 5 dwellings, ancillary residential building and extension to ancillary residential building, change of use of land to residential and associated works following demolition of barns
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mid Devon | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Smithincott in Devon

Smithincott is a settlement located in Devon, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Smithincott a particularly low-crime area.

Smithincott has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Smithincott

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Smithincott. Of these, 50% 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 Smithincott.

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 Smithincott were listed building and heritage (3), outline applications (2). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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