How long do planning decisions take near Tolgus Mount?

The average planning decision time near Tolgus Mount is 30 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 Tolgus Mount?

The planning approval rate near Tolgus Mount is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tolgus Mount?

The most common type of planning application near Tolgus Mount is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tolgus Mount?

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Tolgus Mount, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tolgus Mount, Cornwall.

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Planning applications in Tolgus Mount are administered by Cornwall Council. View the full Cornwall Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Tolgus Mount

Tolgus Mount is a village and district situated in the parish of Redruth, Cornwall, just northwest of the town of Redruth and across the A30 road. This area falls within the Redruth North ward of Cornwall Council and has a rich mining heritage, previously known for its tin and copper mines. Researchers exploring planning applications in Tolgus Mount will find a locality steeped in historical significance and potential for development.

District: Cornwall

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: Camborne and Redruth
LSOA: Cornwall 046C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tolgus Mount.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tolgus Mount based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Tolgus Mount.

- OS Field 6444 Tolgus Redruth Cornwall
Pre application advice for siting of static caravan for residential use under Gypsy Roma/Travellers status with new entrance.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Land South West Of Wheal Tolgus Tolgus Mount Redruth Cornwall TR15 3TA
Construction of affordable led development of four dwellings with variation of condition 2 in respect of decision PA21/01776 dated 09.09.22.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Land North Of Kingdom Hall West Tolgus Redruth Cornwall TR15 3TN
Reserved Matters application construction of dwelling following PA15/10617 (Outline application with some matters - appearance, landscaping, layout and scale)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2016-05-31
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A brief summary of Tolgus Mount in Cornwall

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

Tolgus Mount has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Redruth, Carn Brea, Plain-an-Gwarry. 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 Tolgus Mount includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Cornwall Bryophytes SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Tolgus Mount

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Tolgus Mount. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 30 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 Tolgus Mount.

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tolgus Mount were full planning applications (8), amendments (4), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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