Search Stowford (EX31) planning applications
4 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Stowford (EX31) · updated daily · North Devon District Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Hunnacott Cottage Bratton Fleming Barnstaple Devon EX31 4SGAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 3 (occupancy restriction) attached to planning permission 17386 (Proposed conversion of barn to form 1 no. unit of holiday accommodation) to allow all year round occupancyVariation of Condition(s)Received 7 May 202681752
- Higher Hunnacott Farm Bratton Fleming Barnstaple Devon EX31 4SGAwaiting decisionCreation of access track and associated works (part retrospective)Full ApplicationReceived 30 Mar 202681615
- Higher Way Stowford Barnstaple Devon EX31 4SGRefusedConversion of redundant building to dwelling together with associated worksFull ApplicationReceived 28 Mar 2025Decided 7 Aug 202580132
- Higher Hunnacott Farm Bratton Fleming Barnstaple Devon EX31 4SGWithdrawnPrior notification for erection of one agricultral building (barn conversion into one dwellinghouse) (Class Q(A&b))Prior Approval Class QReceived 8 Aug 2024Decided 24 Oct 202479136
Planning in Stowford (EX31)
Only 1 decision near Stowford (EX31) in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Stowford (EX31) in the last 24 months, from North Devon District Council's planning register.
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EX31 268 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: North Devon District Council
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About Stowford (EX31)
Stowford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Devon district, nestled to the west of Dartmoor. Approximately 1 mile west of Lewdown and 11 miles south-west of Okehampton, it offers a rural setting that includes the hamlet of Sprytown. This picturesque area is ideal for those researching planning applications, given its tranquil environment and proximity to neighbouring towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 294 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stowford 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 Stowford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Stowford has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stowford 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 Stowford, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stowford.
The most common types were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).