Stonehouse, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stonehouse, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
Planning applications in Stonehouse are administered by Plymouth City Council. View the full Plymouth City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Stonehouse
Stonehouse, located on the Devon side of the Tamar estuary, is a historic area that was part of the amalgamation forming modern-day Plymouth. This vibrant community, with roots dating back centuries, offers valuable insights for those researching planning applications in the region, particularly given its proximity to the scenic Mount Edgcumbe Country Park in Cornwall.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £365,508 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Plymouth
- Parliamentary constituency: Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
- LSOA: Plymouth 027E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stonehouse.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stonehouse.
- 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 Stonehouse based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
29 planning applications found near Stonehouse.
- 26/00922/FUL - 60A Emma Place Plymouth PL1 3QX
Change of use to 16-bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (Sui Generis), partial demolition to the rear, roof alterations to provide lightwells and various associated works
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-07-03 - - Units 1 & 6, Cargo, Phoenix Street Plymouth PL1 3DN
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed refurbishment and conversion works to facilitate use as dental facility (Class E(e))
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - 26/00920/PRDE - Units 1 & 6, Cargo, Phoenix Street Plymouth PL1 3DN
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed refurbishment and conversion works to facilitate use as dental facility (Class E(e))
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-29 - 26/00914/16 - Land Adj. Rodgers Of Plymouth Richmond Walk Plymouth PL1 4LL
Installation of 1no. power generator and ancillary development thereto
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-26 - 26/00875/LBC - 53 Emma Place Plymouth PL1 3QU
Replacement rear access bridge and door
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-24 - 26/00833/TCO - Stonehouse Barracks Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QS
1 x Lime Tree 1 x Sycamore 2 x Horse Chestnut -Re-pollarding
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-11 - - Stonehouse Barracks Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QS
1 x Lime Tree 1 x Sycamore 2 x Horse Chestnut -Re-pollarding
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - 26/00690/LBC - Flat 3, 19 Caroline Place Plymouth PL1 3PS
Replacement Front Door, Front Bedroom Window, Rear French Doors with Timber Replacements and Internal Renovation of Maisonette including Removal of 4no Modern Walls
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-05-20 - - Flat 3, 19 Caroline Place Plymouth PL1 3PS
Replacement Front Door, Front Bedroom Window, Rear French Doors with Timber Replacements and Internal Renovation of Maisonette including Removal of 4no Modern Walls
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - 26/00674/MOR - The Phoenix Tavern 11 Phoenix Street Plymouth PL1 3NW
Pre-application for change of use of land/car park to a small used car and van sales site on land adjacent to public house
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-05-15 - 26/00628/FUL - David Southgate Court 170 Union Street Plymouth PL1 3HL
Replacement of existing temporary scaffolding with permanent structural bracing to support the party wall with 162 Union Street and associated works
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-05-06 - - Stonehouse Barracks Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QS
Condition Discharge: Conditions 2 (Roofing Slates), 3 (Rainwater Goods), 4 (Mortar Mixtures), 6 (Dormer Windows) & 7 (Rooflights) of application 23/01422/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - 26/00383/LBC - 53 Emma Place Plymouth PL1 3QU
Proposed rear rooflight
Status: Undecided | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-04-02 - - 144 Union Street Plymouth PL1 3HL
Prior approval for partial change of use of office (Class E) to 4no. flats (Class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 19 Miller Court Plymouth PL1 3LQ
Condition Discharge: Condition 3 (Odour Management Plan) of application 25/01487/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Stonehouse Barracks Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QS
Variation of Condition 1 (Approved Plans) for application 23/01422/LBC to alter approved roof repair details
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Stonehouse Barracks Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QS
Variation of Condition 3 (Works in Accordance with Submitted Info) for application 23/01131/LBC to provide updated window and surround repair Schedules of Works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 34 Adelaide Street Stonehouse Plymouth PL1 3JG
Pre-application for refurbishing the dwelling and possibly adapting a window size on listed building
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 54 Emma Place Plymouth PL1 3QU
T1 - Maple: Fell to near ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - 52 Durnford Street Plymouth PL1 3QN
Replacement of 21no. timber single-glazed windows with timber double-glazed windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Plymouth | Date: 2025-12-10
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A brief summary of Stonehouse in Devon
Stonehouse, located on the Devon side of the Tamar estuary, is a historic area that was part of the amalgamation forming modern-day Plymouth. This vibrant community, with roots dating back centuries, offers valuable insights for those researching planning applications in the region, particularly given its proximity to the scenic Mount Edgcumbe Country Park in Cornwall.
Property prices in Stonehouse show an average sale price of £365,508, 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 Stonehouse a particularly low-crime area.
Stonehouse has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cremyll, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Stonehouse includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Richmond Walk SSSI, Mount Wise SSSI, Western King SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cornwall; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Plymouth Sound & Estuaries. 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, Stonehouse 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 Stonehouse
In the last 24 months, 129 planning applications were submitted near Stonehouse. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Stonehouse.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Stonehouse were tree works (32), discharge of conditions (20), outline applications (16). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 11 medium-scale applications, 81 smaller schemes were submitted.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 31 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 6 applications
- Awaiting decision: 91 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Stoke planning applications
- Cremyll planning applications
- Mount Wise planning applications
- Devonport planning applications
- Barbican planning applications
- Ford planning applications
- Mount Batten planning applications
- Mutley planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.