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Planning in Taunton

Approved
82%
40 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Taunton in the last 24 months, from Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Taunton

Postcode districts

OL7 82 applications in the last 12 monthsM43 91 applications in the last 12 monthsM35 79 applications in the last 12 monthsOL6 142 applications in the last 12 monthsSK16 60 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Taunton

Taunton, the county town of Somerset, England, boasts a rich history that spans over a thousand years. Originally established as a monastic foundation in the 10th century, it evolved into a market town featuring the notable Taunton Castle, which dates back to the 12th century and now houses the Museum of Somerset and the Somerset Military Museum. The town was also a significant site during historical uprisings, including the failed Monmouth Rebellion in 1685, marking it as an area of interest for planning applications related to heritage and tourism development.

Property prices in Taunton show an average sale price of £341,828, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Taunton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Taunton, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Taunton. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (7), amendments (6).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Taunton?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Taunton. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Taunton?
The average planning decision time near Taunton is 47 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 Taunton?
The planning approval rate near Taunton is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Taunton?
The most common type of planning application near Taunton is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Taunton?
You can search and track planning applications near Taunton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.