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Bath and North East Somerset planning applications
7,934 applications. 96% approved. 51 days to decide.
As of September 2026, PlanIndex holds 7,934 planning applications from Bath and North East Somerset. 3,394 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 96% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Bath and North East Somerset takes a median of 52 days to decide a planning application, ranking 28 of 148 UK councils. See how that compares.
All applications
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26/03451/TCA Awaiting decision
11 Millward Terrace , High Street, Paulton, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 7NP
Willow - fell. Gum tree - fell
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26/03467/TCA Awaiting decision
Woodborough Hill Cottages, Woodborough Hill, Peasedown St John, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 8LN
Ash T1 - fell. Norway Maple T3 - pollard by 5 meters to reduce weight on weak fork.
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26/03447/CONDLB Awaiting decision
Rising Sun, 3 - 4 Grove Street, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6PJ
Discharge of conditions 2 (Sample Panel - Walling (Bespoke Trigger)) and 3 (Mortar Mix (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 25/03376/LBA (Internal and external conversion works associated with proposed change of use from former public house (sui generis) to 7 No. residential apartments and erection of 1 No. coach house to form a maisonette (Use Class C3) with associated works).
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26/03449/TCA Awaiting decision
Westend House , The Street, Compton Martin, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 6JF
1x Horse Chestnut - reduction by 1.5 - 2 metres.
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26/03450/TCA Awaiting decision
Maisonette, 12 Bathwick Street, Bathwick, Bath, BA2 6NY
Poplar T1 - re-pollard back to previous pollard points. Silver Birch T2 - prune to clear wires by approximately 0.5m.
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26/03448/TCA Awaiting decision
Woodborough Farm, Woodborough Hill, Peasedown St John, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset,
Poplar T2 - fell.
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26/03436/COND Awaiting decision
Prior Park College , Ralph Allen Drive, Lyncombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 5AH
Discharge of conditions 2 (Sample Panel: Natural Stone Paving (Bespoke Trigger)) and 3 (Joinery Details (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 25/04041/FUL (Installation of new lift to provide access between basement, ground, and first floor. Alterations to lower ground floor door at the rear to provide level access to the rear garden from school dining hall.
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26/03425/TCA Awaiting decision
43 Shakespeare Avenue, Bear Flat, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 4RF
Box Elder T1 - pollard by 4.5m.
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26/03423/TCA Awaiting decision
Woodland Lodge , Claverton Down Road, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6DZ
Beech T1 - fell.
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26/03422/TCA Awaiting decision
6 Williamstowe, Combe Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 5EJ
Walnut T1 - fell. Conifer T2 - fell. Conifer T3 - fell. Bay T4 - fell. Hazel T5 - fell. Tulip T6 - fell.
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26/03443/TCA Awaiting decision
69 Englishcombe Lane, Southdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 2EE
Pittosporum T1 - reduce by 2m. Pittosporum T2 - reduce by 3m. Yew T3 - reduce by 1-2m.
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26/03415/COND Awaiting decision
Cramer House , The Square, Westmoreland, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 3BH
Discharge of condition 6 (Remediation Scheme (Pre-commencement)) of application 25/04893/FUL (Change of use and conversion of existing building from offices (Use Class E) to student accommodation (Sui Generis) comprising cluster flats of up to 103 no. bed spaces, with external alterations, reconfiguration of car parking, and associated hard and soft landscaping).
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26/03419/COND Awaiting decision
21 St John's Road, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6PX
Discharge of condition 9 (Infiltration Testing (Pre-commencement)) of application 25/03665/FUL (Rebuilding of existing garage to create garden room, works to front drive, erection of single storey ancillary extension to rear and PV array to rear west facing roof).
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26/03411/CONDLB Awaiting decision
Ormonde House, 28 Sion Hill, Lansdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset,
Discharge of condition 4 (Schedule of Coping Stone Repair and Replacement and Sample (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 25/03468/LBA (Roof works to include; replacement of both existing flat roof coverings with new fibre glass system, new lead flashings, new Spanish slate to mansard roofs and new lead toppings and cheeks to dormers).
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26/03413/TCA Awaiting decision
Gaia , Widcombe Hill, Widcombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6AE
Sycamore T1 - reduce by 2m and rebalance crown.
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26/03412/TCA Awaiting decision
24 Bathford Hill, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7SL
Yew T1 - reduce by 1m. Birch T2 - reduce by 2.5m. Plum T3 - reduce by 1m. Hawthorn T4 - reduce by 3m.
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26/03369/TCA Awaiting decision
11 Devonshire Buildings, Bear Flat, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 4SP
T1 Apple reduce by up to 1 meter T2 Eucalyptus reduce by up to 3 meters T3 Maple reduce by up to 1 meter T4 Hornbeam prune to create a maintainable hedge.
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26/03371/TCA Awaiting decision
2 Hicks Field, Lower Swainswick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7BZ
Sycamore- fell by sectional dismantle
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26/03376/TCA Awaiting decision
Sunnyside , Sion Hill, Lansdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 2UW
1. Sycamore reduction of 50-60% in height and canopy 2. 5 x silver birch trees, reduction of 50% in canopy 3. Magnolia tree, reduction of 50% in height and canopy 4. Pine tree overhanging fence to be cut back by 1m
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26/03384/CONDLB Awaiting decision
32 Green Park, Kingsmead, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 1HZ
Discharge of condition 2 (Bat Mitigation Scheme & EPS License (Pre-commencement)) of application 26/00047/LBA (External alterations for reroofing works to include replacement slimline double-glazed windows and chimney repairs).
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26/03460/TCA Awaiting decision
Dawnside, Sion Hill, Lansdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 2UW
Pine tree overhanging fence of Sunnyside - to be cut back by 1m
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26/03377/TPO Awaiting decision
Hill House , The Barton, Corston, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 9AN
Lawson Cypress - Dismantle to ground level. - Replant with Suitable replacement.
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26/03370/TCA Awaiting decision
3 Charlotte Street, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 2NE
T1 Cypress reduce by up to 1 meter and through prune to provide clearance on fibre cables.
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26/03359/CLPU Awaiting decision
17 Vernon Terrace, Twerton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 3DA
Installation of solar panels on the existing rear elevation.
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26/03368/FUL Awaiting decision
29 Combe Road, Combe Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 5HY
Demolition of lean-to conservatory and erection of new single storey rear extension
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26/03366/TPO Awaiting decision
Ground Floor Offices, Wessex House, Pixash Lane, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 1TP
Popular T5 - fell. Popular T6 - fell. Popular T7 -fell. Popular T8 -fell.
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26/03364/VAR Awaiting decision
179 Coronation Avenue, Southdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 2JY
Variation to condition 2 (Plans List) of application 24/04310/FUL (Provision of a rear dormer window extension and velux window to front. Erection of a replacement single-storey rear extension to follow demolition of existing conservatory extensions)
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26/03355/COND Awaiting decision
Parcel 0015, Red Hill, Camerton, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset,
Discharge of condition 3 (Biodiversity Net Gain Plan (Pre-commencement)) of application 26/00436/FUL (Erection of new farm storage building).
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26/03357/COND Awaiting decision
1 Bath Road, Peasedown St John, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 8DX
Discharge of conditions 5 (Ecological Compliance Report (Pre-occupation)) and 8 (Rainwater Harvesting (Pre-occupation)) of application 23/04380/FUL (Change of use of land to residential curtilage and erection of a 3 bed dwelling and associated garaging, bike and bin store).
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26/03361/CONDLB Awaiting decision
1A Piccadilly Place, Walcot, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 6PL
Discharge of condition 4 (Stone Cleaning Sample (Bespoke Trigger)) and 7 (Ecological Compliance Statement (Pre-occupation)) of application 24/04620/LBA (Change of use of part of the Ground Floor from a public house to Class E Commercial floorspace. Use of the First Floor as a 4 bedroom (8 person HMO) together with associated works to facilitate the new uses).
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26/03358/NMA Awaiting decision
Warners Farm , Chewton Road, Chewton Keynsham, Keynsham, Bath And North East Somerset, BS31 2SS
Non Material Amendment to application 25/03822/VAR (Variation of condition 1 (Plans List (Compliance)) of application 24/01996/VAR (Variation of condition 1 (Plans List (Compliance)) of application 23/01181/VAR (Variation of conditions 1 (Plans List (Compliance)), 2 (Materials - Submission of Schedule and Samples (Bespoke Trigger)), 3 (Maintenance of surface water drainage network (pre-occupation)), 4 (Implementation of Wildlife Mitigation (Pre-occupation)), 5 (Contaminated Land - Verification Report (Pre-occupation)), 7 (Bound/Compacted Vehicle Access (Pre-occupation)), 9 (Hard and Soft Landscaping (Pre-occupation)) and 14 (Water Efficiency - Rainwater Harvesting (Pre-occupation)) of application 22/01601/VAR (Variation of condition 22 (Plans List) of application 18/01959/FUL (Erection of three dwellings and subdivision of land following demolition of existing buildings at Warners Farm (Resubmission)).
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26/03348/VAR Awaiting decision
18 Vellore Lane, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6JQ
Variation of condition 2 (Plans List) of application 24/00819/FUL (Replacement of front and side windows and doors and installation of canopy)
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26/03367/TPO Awaiting decision
Woodlands , Shaft Road, Combe Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7HP
Holm Oak T1 - pruning 2-3m every 3-5 years to ensure it remains at a size.
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26/03362/FUL Awaiting decision
Karena , Brassmill Lane, Newbridge, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 3HT
Alterations to existing bungalow, including front porch and rear extensions, roof alterations including dormer extension, parking provision and associated external and sustainable improvements.
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26/03350/NMA Awaiting decision
4 Audley Grove, Lower Weston, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 3BS
Non Material Amendment to application 25/01990/FUL (Erection of two storey side and rear extension following demolition of carport).
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26/03327/REG13 Awaiting decision
Pump Room & Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 1LZ
Internal alterations for various works to upgrade security and connectivity
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26/03326/FUL Awaiting decision
19 Fairfield Road, Fairfield Park, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 6JG
Erection of ground floor and lower ground floor extension to rear of 19 Fairfield Road to provide accommodation for a larger Kitchen/Dining space and a Snug/Shower Room.
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26/03325/HPD Awaiting decision
25 Ashgrove, Peasedown St John, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 8ED
Prior approval request for single storey rear extension that would 1) extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 3.40 metres, 2) have a maximum height of 4.00 metres and 3) have eaves that are 2.25 metres high.
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26/03329/HPD Awaiting decision
Brindley Cottage, 3 Foxcote View, St Julian's Road, Shoscombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 8NE
Prior approval request for single storey rear extension that would 1) extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 3.68 metres, 2) have a maximum height of 3.76 metres and 3) have eaves that are 2.82 metres high.
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26/03339/COND Awaiting decision
High Hall , The Street, Compton Martin, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 6JQ
Discharge of conditions 2 (Materials - Submission of Schedule and Samples (Bespoke Trigger)) and 3 (Window) of application 26/00256/FUL (Erection of single storey front extension (replacement and enlargement) following demolition of existing front extension. Landscape alterations including new stone retaining walls and steps).
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26/03342/COND Awaiting decision
Bath Fire Station, Bathwick Street, Bathwick, Bath, BA2 6PU
Discharge of condition 13 (Landscape Design Proposals (Bespoke Trigger)) and 14 (Design Details Strategy (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 25/02735/FUL (Erection of fire station, offices and drill tower with revised access, car parking, landscaping and associated ancillary works following demolition of existing fire station, offices and drill tower).
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26/03336/TCA Awaiting decision
30 Horseshoe Walk, Widcombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6DF
Acer Drummondii - reduce the crown to previous regeneration points.
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26/03330/TCA Awaiting decision
Bathford House , 31 Church Street, Bathford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 7RR
Beech Hedge 1- reduce hedge along the back to trim regrowth. Beech Hedge 2 - reduce hedge along the back to trim regrowth. Leylandii Hedge - reduce the conifer section of the hedge to trim regrowth. Laurel Hedge - cut hedging back to the step railings, reduce in height by approximately 15%.
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26/03335/TCA Awaiting decision
Garden Flat, 93 Sydney Place, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6NE
Mulberry - reduce by 1.5m ( amended description)
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26/03328/FUL Awaiting decision
29 Station Road, Welton, Midsomer Norton, Bath And North East Somerset, BA3 2BA
Erection of a single-storey side extension following demolition of the existing side additions, together with associated internal alterations.
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26/03309/FUL Awaiting decision
28 Arlington Road, Oldfield Park, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 3PG
Proposed internal and rear alterations, to include increase in single storey rear roof height, removal of rear chimney, and proposed side elevation first floor window.
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26/03324/VAR Awaiting decision
The Power House , Access Road To Brockham End, Charlcombe, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 9BY
Variation of condition 4 (plans list) of application 25/00219/FUL (Erection of single storey front extension)
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26/03300/COND Awaiting decision
Freshford Mill , Rosemary Lane, Freshford, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7PL
Discharge of condition 13 (Materials samples (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 20/02020/VAR (Variation of conditions 2, 3, 4, 6,7, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39 and 40 of application 14/05048/FUL (Proposed residential development comprising 21 units, incorporating amendments to previously approved planning permission 05/02563/FUL and associated works. (Retrospective)).
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26/03305/TC5 Granted
Hazelwood, 36 High Street, Chew Magna, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 8PW
Ash T1 - removal of dead and broken branches ( amended description )
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26/03314/FUL Awaiting decision
5 Newbridge Road, Newbridge, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 3HE
Erection of a single storey rear extension, following demolition of existing, and the formation of a side dormer to the roof structure.
Recent decisions
Data to September 2026
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26/03130/COND Granted
Little Orchard , Ham Lane, Bishop Sutton, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 5TY
Discharge of condition 4 (Removal of garages (Bespoke Trigger)) of application 22/00373/FUL (Demolition of existing detached garage. Erection of two storey side extension and first floor extension. New roof dormers).
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26/02974/TCA Granted
Montrose Cottage , 182 Publow Lane, Woollard, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 4HY
Pine Tree T1 - fell to ground level. Maple T2 - reduce by 2 meters to retain shape and size. Maple T3 - reduce by 2 meters to retain shape and size. Box Hedge H1 - remove due to box blight.
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26/02999/TCA Granted
31 Sion Hill, Lansdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 2UW
2x Large Pittosporum and 1x Holly Group - fell.
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26/02996/TCA Granted
43 Powlett Road, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6QL
Horse Chestnut T1 - reduce height of crown by 2.5m and radial spread by 4m.
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26/03000/TCA Granted
21 Bathwick Hill, Bathwick, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 6EW
Beech T1 - 2m reduction and remove rubbing crossing branches. Apple T2 - 1m reduction to height. Grandaflora T3 - 2m reduction to height.
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26/02908/COND Granted
139 Sheridan Road, Whiteway, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 1RA
Discharge of conditions 3 (Materials - Sample of Render (Bespoke Trigger)) and 5 (Noise Mitigation (Pre-occupation)) of application 25/03982/FUL (Change of use from (C3) dwellinghouse to HMO (C4) with erection of single storey rear extension and bike store).
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26/02957/TCA Granted
7 Upper Oldfield Park, Oldfield Park, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 3JX
Apple - fell including stump grinding.
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26/02667/REM Granted
Land West Of 1, Townsend, East Harptree, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset,
Removal of condition 2 (Off Site Biodiversity Gain Proposals) of application 24/00010/FUL (Erection of three-bedroom detached house with on-site parking for 2 vehicles and bikes).
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26/02751/CONDLB Split decision
6 Dover Place, Walcot, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 6DX
Discharge of condition 3 (Joinery Details - Front door and windows) of application 25/03771/LBA (Internal and external alterations to include alterations to rear extension building, replacement of timber windows and front door and removal of exterior paint.)
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26/02753/FUL Granted
Greenacres , Bonhill Road, Bishop Sutton, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS39 5TS
Demolition of side-garage, front porch, previous rear extensions, and two-storey element. Erection of new side extension, new front porch, and rear two-storey extension.
The full record
Decisions between 2019 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 7,017 decisions from Bath and North East Somerset between 2019 and 2026, part of 7,934 applications on record. Over that period 96% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 6,343 granted against 261 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 2,593 applications recorded.
The trailing-year figures above track current activity. This record reaches back further, so a decision here may predate the online portal; each application still has its own page with the source link.
From the archive
Earliest records shown in full
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19/04485/COND Granted
Ralph Allen School, Claverton Down Road, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AD
Discharge of condition 7 of application 17/02212/OUT (Erection of 4no Use Class D1 (non-residential institutions)buildings (up to 2,571 sqm GIA) comprising the following: - Detailed application for Dining Hall and Drama Studio (all details submitted for approval); - Outline application for Teaching Block and Theatre (Appearance, Landscaping and Scale reserved for subsequent approval); Associated development comprising demolition of existing buildings, alterations to existing means of access, infrastructure works and landscaping.)
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19/04646/TC5 Granted
15 Lansdown Park, Lansdown, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 5TG
Fell 9no Ash trees. ( Ash Dieback )
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19/04614/TC5 Granted
Applewood, Streamleaze, Chew Magna, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 8SE
Apple tree - fell
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19/04657/TC5 Granted
Prior Park Landscape Gardens, Ralph Allen Drive, Lyncombe, Bath,
Ash - fell Norway Maple - fell Smaller Norway Maple - fell as it will become very exposed Beech Monolith - fell
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19/04458/COND Granted
City Of Bath College, Milk Street, City Centre, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA1 1AG
Discharge of condition 25 of application 18/03742/FUL (Demolition of existing building and erection of new hotel and associated works (Resubmission).
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19/04728/TC5 Granted
Archways, Tunbridge Road, Chew Magna, Bristol, Bath And North East Somerset, BS40 8SX
Prunus - remove
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19/04667/NMA Granted
51 Bradford Park, Combe Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 5PS
Non-Material Amendment to application 19/00347/FUL (Refurbishment of flats no.s 51 - 98 Bradford Park including internal and external alterations)
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19/04729/TC5 Granted
118A Wellsway, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 4SD
Split cypress - remove
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19/04470/COND Granted
The Chocolate Quarter, Trajectus Way, Keynsham,
Discharge of condition 53 of application 13/01780/EOUT (Hybrid planning application for the mixed use development of the former Cadburys Factory site, Somerdale, Keynsham (including part demolition of existing buildings) comprising: a) Outline application for up to 433 dwellings, 60 bed care home (C2 use) primary school (D1 use) local centre to include creche and medical facility (D1 use) and retail (A1, A3, A4, A5 uses) cafe/restaurant (A3 use) and associated roads, infrastructure (including flood protection measures), landscaping, new wildlife areas, open space and cycle/footways. All matters except Access reserved. b) Detailed application for the erection of 154 dwellings, change of use of Block A for up to 113 apartments, highway works at Somerdale Road/Station Road, social and sports pavilion (new Fry Club), new sports pitches, relocation of groundsmans hut, alterations to factory buildings B and C for employment use (B1) leisure (D2 uses) and retail (A3, A4 and A5 uses) including use of existing basements for car parking and associated surface level parking, access roads, landscaping and associated infrastructure, engineering works to Chandos Road and associated landscaping, extension to station overspill car park, surface water attenuation pond and outfall to the River Avon.
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19/04600/COND Granted
Norton Hill Primary School, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2UD
Discharge of conditions 11, 13, 24 for application 18/02095/OUT (Outline application for the phased development of Norton Hill Primary School, a 630 pupil, three form entry primary school (D1); up to 40 residential dwellings (C3); 64 bed care home (C2); 15 unit age restricted shelter accommodation (C3); public open space; and proposed highways works on and off site including provision of a new cycle/footpaths, road widening (Silver Street), 2No. bus stops (Silver Street), junction improvements (Charlton Road) and 1No. Gas Governor and Electricity Substation, with associated works.).
Decision speed
12 months to September 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 2,081 61%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 690 20%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 623 18%
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Common questions
How many planning applications does Bath and North East Somerset decide?
In the 12 months to September 2026, Bath and North East Somerset decided 3394 planning applications. 96% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in Bath and North East Somerset?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 51 days over the 12 months to September 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Bath and North East Somerset decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 3394 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 where both dates are published, 61% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 82% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has Bath and North East Somerset decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 7017 decisions from Bath and North East Somerset between 2019 and 2026, out of 7,934 applications on record. Across that whole period 96% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in Bath and North East Somerset?
March 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to September 2026, with 377 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
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Where can I see the full documents for an application?
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Bath and North East Somerset: 7,934 planning applications on record as of September 2026. Trailing 12 months: 3,394 decided, 96% approved, median 51 days to a decision. 3,737 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2019 and 2026: 7,017 in total, 96% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.