How long do planning decisions take near Yatton?

The average planning decision time near Yatton is 68 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 Yatton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Yatton?

The most common type of planning application near Yatton is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Yatton?

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Yatton, Somerset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Yatton, Somerset.

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About Yatton

Yatton is a village and civil parish in North Somerset, situated 11 miles southwest of Bristol. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 7,552 and encompasses the smaller village of Claverham, once a farming hamlet. This vibrant community offers a range of planning opportunities and developments appealing to those researching the area.

Population: 8,079 (2021)

District: North Somerset

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Area Information

Admin district: North Somerset
Parliamentary constituency: Wells and Mendip Hills
LSOA: North Somerset 014B

Crime Statistics

26 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 12
anti-social-behaviour: 3
shoplifting: 3
burglary: 2
other-theft: 2
public-order: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Yatton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Yatton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Yatton.

- 18 Derham Park Yatton BS49 4DZ
Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (Plans) attached to permission 23/P/1995/FUH (Proposed demolition of existing rear extension and detached garage. Erection of a single storey side/rear wrapa
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 2 And 4 Marsh Road Yatton BS49 4EF
Non-material amendment to approval 22/P/2344/FUL (Demolition of 2no. existing dwellings and 2no. garage blocks and erection of 8no new dwellings with associated parking) to: add feeder pillar for futu
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 104 High Street Yatton BS49 4DW
Change of use of part of 104 High Street, Yatton from a Class E use to a Hot Food Takeaway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Cadbury Hall Care Home High Street Yatton BS49 4DW
T1&T2 Yews. Crown lift to 2.4m above pavement. Reduce the crown on the care home side of the tree by up to 1m to give a clearance of 2m from the building. T3 Pine. Reduce the canopy on the care home s
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Court Farmhouse 23 Chescombe Road Yatton BS49 4EN
Replacement of existing path with new Sandstone paving slabs to match existing patio.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-04-16
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- 12 Lodge Close Yatton BS49 4DX
Certificate of lawful development for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of the existing conservatory.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2025-03-26
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- 99 High Street Yatton BS49 4DR
Proposed change of use of existing commercial office to form 1no. residential dwelling (C3) with associated works including the block-up of 1no. side window, placement of PV panels and facilitation of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-12-24
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- 201 Mendip Road Yatton Bristol BS49 4ET
Request to discharge condition number 10 (Remediation Scheme) on application 17/P/2377/F
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-08-05
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- 25 Elm Close Yatton North Somerset BS49 4EL
Discharge of condition number 7 (Renewable Energy) on application 23/P/2688/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2024-06-14
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- 71A High Street Yatton BS49 4DW
Proposed change of use of 'AB Motors' from Class E to F1 (Educational). Siting of 3no. Sound-Proof music room pods.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Somerset | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Yatton in Somerset

The Yatton area recorded 26 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Yatton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Congresbury, Yatton. 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 Yatton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Biddle Street, Yatton SSSI, Tickenham, Nailsea and Kenn Moors SSSI. 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 Yatton

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Yatton. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Yatton.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Yatton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Yatton were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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