Wotter, Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wotter, Devon.
Devon · England · settlement
About Wotter
Wotter is a village located near Shaugh Prior on the southwestern edge of Dartmoor, Devon. Established in 1906, it evolved from a rural area that previously housed only a farm and two houses between Shaugh Prior and Lee Moor. This context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, as it highlights Wotter's relatively recent development and its proximity to Dartmoor National Park.
District: South Hams
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £238,155 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Plymouth
- Parliamentary constituency: South West Devon
- LSOA: Plymouth 019D
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wotter.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wotter.
- 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 Wotter based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Wotter.
- - 35 Trethewey Gardens Wotter PL7 5HL
Householder application for formation of off street parking/hardstand
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Upham Close Collard Lane Wotter PL7 5HU
Householder application for proposed conversion of existing workshop/stable to form annex
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - Rockholme Wotter PL7 5HP
Householder application for rear dormer alterations to create a Juliet balcony
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-07-22
View full details - - Sylcliffe Wotter PL7 5HP
Householder application for rear flat roof extension with roof lights & replacement of garage flat roof to pitch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - 33, Trethewey Gardens, Wotter, PL7 5HL
Householder application for creation of veranda across the back of thehouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: South West Devon | Date: 2023-10-06
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A brief summary of Wotter in Devon
Wotter is a village located near Shaugh Prior on the southwestern edge of Dartmoor, Devon. Established in 1906, it evolved from a rural area that previously housed only a farm and two houses between Shaugh Prior and Lee Moor. This context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, as it highlights Wotter's relatively recent development and its proximity to Dartmoor National Park. It sits within the South Hams district.
Property prices in Wotter show an average sale price of £238,155, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Wotter is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Wotter has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Wotter includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: DARTMOOR. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wotter 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 Wotter
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wotter. The average decision time was 70 days.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Wotter slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Wotter were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Lee Moor planning applications
- Shaugh Prior planning applications
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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.