How long do planning decisions take near Trelowth?

The average planning decision time near Trelowth is 50 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 Trelowth?

The planning approval rate near Trelowth is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Trelowth?

The most common type of planning application near Trelowth is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trelowth?

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Trelowth, Cornwall Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trelowth, Cornwall.

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

About Trelowth

Trelowth is a quaint hamlet located in Cornwall, England, approximately 2.3 miles southwest of St Austell's town centre and immediately northwest of Polgooth. It falls within the parish of St Mewan, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications and developments in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cornwall
Parliamentary constituency: St Austell and Newquay
LSOA: Cornwall 041E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trelowth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Trelowth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Trelowth.

- Land At Kojo House St Mewan St Austell PL26 7DT
Permission in Principle for single proposed dwelling (minimum 1 maximum 1)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2025-08-13
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- Street Record St Mewan St Austell Cornwall
The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 Openreach intends to install fixed line broadband electronic communications apparatus
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2024-11-25
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- St Austell Golf Club St Austell Cornwall PL26 7DS
Earth and rubble spoil deposit to re-contour driving range boundary area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cornwall | Date: 2023-11-28
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A brief summary of Trelowth in Cornwall

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

Trelowth has one conservation area within its boundaries: St Austell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Trelowth

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Trelowth. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Trelowth.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Trelowth were outline applications (7), full planning applications (4), tree works (1).

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