Search Torr planning applications

20 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Torr · updated daily · South Hams District Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Market Street Yealmbridge Yealmpton PL8 2EBAwaiting decisionNotice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising one pole at 9m high (Ref: WH9JPP5V)28 (one month) Communication PD ApplicationReceived 9 Nov 20263120/26/COM
St Andrews Lodge Chapel Road Yealmpton PL8 2LZAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing sun room, construction of new 2 storey rear extension, new external wall insulation to existing walls, replacement windowsHouseholder ApplicationReceived 22 Oct 20262946/26/HHO
16 Ploughman Way Yealmpton Plymouth PL8 2JEAwaiting decisionTPO564; T06 - Mature Sweet Chestnut - Crown height reduction by 3 meters & crown thinning by 30 %. Reason for works: to reduce the crown sufficiently to improve light levels while maintaining the tree's overall health, shape and structural integrityWorks to a TPO TreeReceived 22 Oct 20262843/26/TPO
11 Bowden Farm Bowden Hill Yealmpton PL8 2JXApprovedT1: Chestnut - lateral reduction on lower half by 5m, main trunk split, risk of failure due to weight bearing, better access needed to site.Works to a TPO TreeReceived 6 Oct 2026Decided 10 Nov 20262518/26/TPO
Battlehayes Dunstone Yealmpton PL8 2ELWithdrawnSingle storey detached garage. Resubmission of approved permission 1430/23/HHO (and NMA 4200/23/NMM).Householder ApplicationReceived 5 Oct 2026Decided 27 Oct 20262748/26/HHO

Planning in Torr

Approved: 88%; 15 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Torr in the last 24 months, from South Hams District Council's planning register.

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Around Torr

Postcode districts

PL8 63 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: South Hams District Council

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About Torr

Torr, located in Devon, is a unit of pressure commonly used in scientific contexts, defined as 1/760 of a standard atmosphere. This measurement equates to approximately 101.325 pascals, making it an important reference for various planning applications that may involve environmental monitoring or development impacts related to atmospheric conditions.

Property prices in Torr show an average sale price of £238,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Torr 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 Torr a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Torr has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Torr 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 Torr, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Torr. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Torr?

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Torr. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Torr?

The average planning decision time near Torr is 60 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 Torr?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Torr?

The most common type of planning application near Torr is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Torr?

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