Tongwynlais, Cardiff Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tongwynlais, Cardiff.
Cardiff · Wales · settlement
Planning applications in Tongwynlais are administered by Cardiff Council. View the full Cardiff Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Tongwynlais
Tongwynlais is a picturesque village located in the Taff Valley, north of Cardiff, Wales, just north of the M4 motorway. Home to the iconic hillside landmark, Castell Coch, the community had a population of 1,871 according to the 2011 census, making it an appealing area for prospective planning applications and local developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Rhondda Cynon Taf
- Parliamentary constituency: Cardiff North
- LSOA: Rhondda Cynon Taf 026C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tongwynlais.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tongwynlais.
- 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 Tongwynlais based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Tongwynlais.
- - 10 Maes Y Draenog Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7JL
Single storey rear extension to replace conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 20 Mill Road Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7JP
Discharge of Condition 4 (Construction Method Statement) of 23/02511/HSE.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - 29 Queen Street Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7NL
Part single storey, part two storey rear extension with external alterations including decking.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 20 Castle Road Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7JQ
Roof alteration - rear double storey flat roof changed to hip/gable
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - 45 Merthyr Road Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7LF
Demolition of existing single storey rear extension and outbuilding and construction of new single storey rear extension with balcony area. External alterations to existing house and rear workshop.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - 46 Castell Coch View Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7LA
Proposed Non-Material Amendment to Planning Permission 22/00278/DCH - A raising of the roof ridge line, and an increase in the height of the garage door.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - 39 Merthyr Road Tongwynlais Cardiff CF15 7LF
Conversion of internal garage to living accommodation including removal of existing roller shutter garage door and fitting of new window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cardiff | Date: 2024-07-10
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A brief summary of Tongwynlais in Cardiff
Tongwynlais is a picturesque village located in the Taff Valley, north of Cardiff, Wales, just north of the M4 motorway. Home to the iconic hillside landmark, Castell Coch, the community had a population of 1,871 according to the 2011 census, making it an appealing area for prospective planning applications and local developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Tongwynlais a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tongwynlais 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 Tongwynlais
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Tongwynlais. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tongwynlais may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Tongwynlais were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.