How long do planning decisions take near Tracebridge?

The average planning decision time near Tracebridge is 37 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 Tracebridge?

The planning approval rate near Tracebridge is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tracebridge?

The most common type of planning application near Tracebridge is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tracebridge?

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Tracebridge, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tracebridge, Somerset.

Somerset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Tracebridge are administered by Bath And North East Somerset Council. View the full Bath And North East Somerset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Tracebridge

Stawley is a quaint village and civil parish located in Somerset, England, approximately 10 miles west of Taunton. With a population of 279, the parish encompasses the village of Kittisford and the hamlets of Appley, Greenham, and Tracebridge, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those researching planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 018E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tracebridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tracebridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Tracebridge.

- Woodpeckers, Ham Hill, Stawley, Wellington
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the existing change of use of agricultural land to residential curtilage at Woodpeckers, Ham Hill, Stawley, Wellington
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2024-07-24
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- HILL FARM HAM HILL STAWLEY WELLINGTON TA21 0HN
Variation of Condition No. 02 of application 35/08/0011 to change the use from agriculture and cheesemaking and no other use within B1, B2 or B8 to agriculture and charcuterie production and no other
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2019-11-21
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- HILL FARM DAIRY, HILL FARM, STAWLEY
INSTALLATION OF 56 PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS ON ROOF OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDING TO PROVIDE A 13.44 KW SYSTEM AND THE INSTALLATION OF 4 SOLAR THERMAL PANELS ON ROOF OF THE DAIRY UNIT AT HILL FARM DAIRY, HILL F
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2012-01-09
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- STAWLEY FARM, STAWLEY
ERECTION OF ORANGERY TO REAR OF STAWLEY FARM, STAWLEY
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2011-11-01
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- HILL FARM, STAWLEY
ERECTION OF FREE STANDING LIVESTOCK AND HAY STORE BUILDING AND ERECTION OF LEAN-TO TRACTOR SHELTER AT HILL FARM, STAWLEY
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2011-10-03
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- WOODPECKERS, STAWLEY
INSTALLATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAY ON THE SOUTH ROOF ELEVATION AT WOODPECKERS, STAWLEY
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2011-08-12
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- HILL FARMHOUSE, STAWLEY
INTERNAL ALTERATIONS AT HILL FARMHOUSE, STAWLEY
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2010-03-04
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- WOODPECKERS, STAWLEY, WELLINGTON, TA21 0HN
ERECTION OF A REPLACEMENT CONSERVATORY AT WOODPECKERS, STAWLEY, WELLINGTON, TA21 0HN
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2006-05-20
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A brief summary of Tracebridge in Somerset

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

Tracebridge has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ashbrittle, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Tracebridge includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Tracebridge

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Tracebridge. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tracebridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tracebridge were amendments (1).

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