Search The Towans planning applications

32 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of The Towans · updated daily · Cornwall Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 32 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Gilberts Beach Bar And Kitchen North Quay Hayle Cornwall TR27 4FXAwaiting decisionMCMS: MLA/2026/00398, Hayle Estuary Cable Remediation WorksReceived 2 Nov 2026PA26/07652
18 Clifton Terrace Hayle Cornwall TR27 4BPAwaiting decisionSingle-storey rear extension to form a new dining room (approx. 2.592m x 4.1m), with garden regrading, new retaining wall.Received 22 Oct 2026PA26/06835
Rolling Waves F36 Riviere Towans Phillack Hayle Cornwall TR27 5AFAwaiting decisionSubmission of details to discharge Condition number 6 (Bees, Birds, Bats) in respect of Decision Notice PA26/05520 dated 14/10/26Received 19 Oct 2026PA26/07284
Riviere Sands Holiday Park Riviere Towans Phillack Hayle Cornwall TR27 5AXAwaiting decisionNOTIFICATION UNDER THE ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS CODE (CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS) REGULATIONS 2003 (AS AMENDED) TO UTILISE PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT RIGHTSReceived 9 Oct 2026PA26/07068
Hayle Harbour North Quay Hayle TR27 4BLApprovedNon-material amendment in relation to decision notice PA25/07650 dated 19/12/2025, namely 1. Addition of a glazed link between blocks G and H. Amendments to Block G 2) Revision of window distribution. 3) Amendment of material palette and external finished. 4) Enclosure of external staircases. 5) Infill of deep ground floor. 6) Removal of guarding rails. Amendments to Block H 7) Revision of window distribution. 8) Infill of the upper-floor terraces. 9) Infill of private terraces. 10) Refinement of architectural treatment. 11) Removal of guarding rails. Amendments to Landscape and Public Realm 12) Replacement of private gardens to the north of the buildings. 13) Replacement of private gardens to the south of the buildings. Amendments to Access 14) Provision of hotel parking within the basement car park in Zone 1b. 15) Provision of a dedicated drop-off facility on North Quay Road.Received 25 Sep 2026Decided 6 Nov 2026PA26/06698

Planning in The Towans

Approved: 88%; 42 of 43 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

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

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Around The Towans

Postcode districts

TR27 202 applications in the last 12 monthsTR26 172 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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About The Towans

The Towans, a notable area in Cornwall, encompasses a three-mile stretch of coastal dunes running from the River Hayle estuary to Gwithian beach, with Upton located at its midpoint. This scenic landscape is intersected by the South West Coast Path, making it a key location for planning applications related to coastal development and environmental conservation.

Property prices in The Towans show an average sale price of £319,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Towans 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 The Towans a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Towans has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Towans 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 The Towans, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near The Towans. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were amendments (16), full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (9).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Towans?

In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near The Towans. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near The Towans?

The average planning decision time near The Towans is 53 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 The Towans?

The planning approval rate near The Towans is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near The Towans?

The most common type of planning application near The Towans is amendment applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Towans?

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