Wilton, Somerset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wilton, Somerset.
Somerset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Wilton 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 Wilton
Taunton, the county town of Somerset, boasts a rich history that spans over a thousand years, featuring a notable 10th-century monastic foundation and the impressive Taunton Castle, rebuilt by the Normans in the 12th century. The town is home to significant cultural sites, including the Museum of Somerset and the Somerset Military Museum, which are housed within the castle's inner ward. Historically, Taunton has been a focal point for key events, including the failed Monmouth Rebellion in 1685, making it a vital area for those researching planning applications and historical developments in Somerset.
District: Somerset West and Taunton
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Area Information
- Admin district: Somerset
- Parliamentary constituency: Taunton and Wellington
- LSOA: Somerset West and Taunton 011D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wilton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wilton.
- 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 Wilton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Wilton.
- - 4 Broadlands Way,Taunton
Demolition of garage and erection of two storey extension to the rear and side at 4 Broadlands Way,Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - - 42 Trull Road, Taunton
Various refurbishment works including roof repair and window replacement at 42 Trull Road, Taunton (retention of part works already undertaken)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - 42 Trull Road, Taunton
Various refurbishment works including roof repair and window replacement at 42 Trull Road, Taunton (retention of part works already undertaken)
Status: Undecided | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - 12 Mount Nebo, Taunton
Application to carry out management works to a group of 6 to 8 yew trees included in Taunton Deane Borough (Taunton No.6) Tree Preservation Order 1997 to the rear of 12 Mount Nebo, Taunton (TD747)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - - 8 Highgrove, Sherford Road, Taunton
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of a single storey extension to the rear of the garage for ancillary accommodation at 8 Highgrove, Sherford Road, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - 2 WHEATLEIGH CLOSE TAUNTON TA1 4QE
Notification to crown lift (to 1.75 metres above ground level) 2 apple trees, one purple-leafed cherry (plum), one purple-leafed maple and one 'acacia' within Haines Hill and Trull Road Conservation A
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - Whitecroft, 3 Haines Hill, Taunton
Erection of a two storey extension to the side of Whitecroft, 3 Haines Hill, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - Broadlands Court, Broadlands Way, Taunton
Repair of veranda at Broadlands Court, Broadlands Way, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - Westwood House, 13 Haines Hill, Taunton
Replacement and enlargement of single storey extension to the rear with internal alterations at Westwood House, 13 Haines Hill, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - Westwood House, 13 Haines Hill, Taunton
Replacement and enlargement of single storey extension to the rear with internal alterations at Westwood House, 13 Haines Hill, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - Broadlands Court, Broadlands Way, Taunton
Repairs to veranda at Broadlands Court, Broadlands Way, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Blagdon Retirement Village, Kinglake Drive, Taunton
Application to fell one birch tree and to carry out management works to 3 oak trees and 2 cedars included in Taunton Deane Borough (Taunton No.11) Tree Preservation Order 1999 at Blagdon Retirement Vi
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 39 Trull Road, Taunton
Application to fell one oak tree included in Taunton Deane Borough (Taunton No.5) Tree Preservation Order 1997 at 39 Trull Road, Taunton (TD746)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 15 Highlands, Taunton
Erection of a single storey extension to the side for use as a garage, with ancillary accommodation above, and alterations to driveway at 15 Highlands, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 3 BELLE VUE TERRACE FONS GEORGE TAUNTON TA1 3JT
Erection of a single storey extension to the rear of 3 Belle Vue Terrace, Fons George, Taunton
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Broadlands Court, Broadlands Way, Taunton
Notification to carry out management works (pruning back to the boundary line to clear footpath) one group of field maples, elms and laurel within Haines Hill and Trull Road Conservation Area at Broad
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - Broadlands Court, Broadlands Way, Taunton
Application to carry out management works (lateral reduction by up to 2 metres over footpath and fence) to one Holm Oak tree included in Taunton Deane Borough (Taunton No.1) Tree Preservation Order 19
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 5 Manor Close, Taunton
Demolition of garage and erection of a two storey extension to the side of 5 Manor Close, Taunton
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 5 Manor Close, Taunton
Application to carry out management works (crown-reduction) to three yew trees included in Taunton Deane Borough (Taunton No.1) Tree Preservation Order 1998 to the rear of 5 Manor Close, Taunton (TD74
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - - 1 Belle Vue Terrace, Fons George, Taunton
Replacement and enlargement of conservatory to the rear of 1 Belle Vue Terrace, Fons George, Taunton
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Taunton Deane | Date: 2025-04-17
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A brief summary of Wilton in Somerset
Taunton, the county town of Somerset, boasts a rich history that spans over a thousand years, featuring a notable 10th-century monastic foundation and the impressive Taunton Castle, rebuilt by the Normans in the 12th century. The town is home to significant cultural sites, including the Museum of Somerset and the Somerset Military Museum, which are housed within the castle's inner ward. Historically, Taunton has been a focal point for key events, including the failed Monmouth Rebellion in 1685, making it a vital area for those researching planning applications and historical developments in Somerset. It sits within the Somerset West and Taunton district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wilton a particularly low-crime area.
Wilton has 10 conservation areas within its boundaries: Castle Green and Bath Place, Taunton, Mount Street and Vivary Park, Taunton, South Road, Taunton, Park Street and Wellington Road, Taunton, Saint Mary and Saint James, Taunton, Trull Village, Haines Hill and Trull Road, Staplegrove Road, Taunton, The Crescent, Taunton, Fons George, Taunton. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wilton 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 Wilton
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Wilton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 Wilton.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Wilton were full planning applications (19), tree works (16), listed building and heritage (8). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 53 smaller schemes were submitted.
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