Planning application
26/0304/FUL
32 Thornton Hill Exeter EX4 4NS
Proposal
Reconfigure and extend main house and convert rear detached outbuildings into art studio.
As published by the council, reference 26/0304/FUL
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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3 Mar 2026
Received by Exeter
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23 Mar 2026
Validated
Checked as complete and ready for consideration.
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26 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
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Decision
Awaiting decision
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development. Extensions of time are common.
What happens while it is decided
The process from here
This application is with Exeter for determination. The council publicises it, consults neighbours and technical bodies where required, and weighs the responses against local and national planning policy.
The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development, though extensions of time are common. Comments carry most weight while the case is undecided, so check the council portal for the deadline if you want to respond.
About full applications applications
How this application type works
A full application seeks permission for a complete, detailed proposal in one go: siting, design, access and landscaping are all fixed at this stage. It is the standard route for new buildings, conversions and changes of use. The statutory target is eight weeks for smaller schemes and thirteen weeks for major development, though complex cases often take longer by agreement.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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26/0326/CAT Granted
32 Thornton Hill Exeter EX4 4NS
Tree Works Justification Conservation Area Notification The proposed works relate to three trees located within a designated Conservation Area and are intended to provide reasonable management of tree size, form, and proximity to built structures, whilst ensuring the long-term health, safety, and amenity value of the trees is retained. T001 Acer The Acer has developed a moderately extended canopy which is beginning to outgrow the available space within the garden setting. The proposed minor crown reduction of approximately 1.0 m in height and 1.0 m in radial spread is intended to bring the canopy back into proportion with the surrounding garden and nearby structures. The reduction will be carried out by pruning back to suitable growth points, retaining the trees primary framework and a high proportion of foliage-bearing structure. This approach represents good arboricultural management, maintaining the trees natural form whilst preventing future overextension. T002 Apple Tree The Apple tree currently has two primary limbs extending over the garage roof, creating potential for debris accumulation and ongoing contact with the structure. Removal of these limbs back to the main stem will provide appropriate clearance from the building. The remaining canopy will be pollarded at approximately 2.5 m above ground level, establishing a compact and manageable framework for future growth and facilitating long-term maintenance. In addition, the ivy present on the stem will be severed at the base to prevent further encroachment into the canopy, allowing improved inspection and reducing additional loading on the tree. T003 Olive Tree The Olive tree has developed a dense and extended canopy which would benefit from light management pruning. A modest crown reduction of approximately 1.5 m in height and 1.0 m in radial spread is proposed to improve overall structure and maintain the tree at a scale appropriate to the garden environment. The works will retain the main frame
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26/0543/DIS Decided
44 Thornton Hill Exeter EX4 4NS
Discharge of Condition 3 (materials) application 25/0881/FUL Bricks, Garage door, Slate roof, Side gate, Pedestrian door, Guttering and downpipes.
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25/1209/LPD Decided
40 Thornton Hill Exeter EX4 4NS
Install 1x rooflight to front roof elevation, replace 1x rooflight to rear roof elevation, rebuild part of rear elevation wall to match existing.
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24/1069/FUL Granted
33 Thornton Hill Exeter EX4 4NR
Enlargement of kitchen with rooflights installed. Erection of glazed lean to verandah and Rebuilding of lean-to store to form conservatory
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25/1157/CAT Granted
14 Highcross Road Exeter EX4 4NP
1x Olive tree - Remove 3x lowest branches that are heavily encroaching onto the garage, and prune back to the main stem. Crown lift the remaining lower canopy to achieve a minimum of 2m clearance above ground level. Reduce height by approximately 1m back to suitable growth points. Reduce remaining canopy to create a natural shape. All arising material shall be removed from site and returned to our premises for recycling. Justification The tree is beginning to outgrow its growing space and take over the small garden. Low branches are also heavily encroaching onto the properties garage.
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26/0638/CAT Granted
7 West Avenue Exeter EX4 4SD
Birch (B1) - crown reduction to reduce height from 11.5 metres to 7.5 metres and prune back branches overhanging neighbour's garden and street.
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In Exeter
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26/1126/FUL Awaiting decision
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Change of use of an existing storage unit (Use Class B8) to a small-scale artisan micro-bakery (Use Class E(g)(iii)), including occasional ancillary educational workshops.
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26/0780/FUL Granted
Granville 47A Langaton Lane Pinhoe Exeter EX1 3SP
Replacement of existing conservatory with single storey rear extension.
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26/0850/FUL Granted
Lockfield Court Ide Lane Alphington Exeter EX2 8UZ
Replacement of existing uPVC windows with new energy efficient uPVC windows. Replacement of timber doors with energy efficient uPVC framed doors (like for like design and fenestration).
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26/0852/FUL Granted
31 Feltrim Avenue Exeter EX2 4RP
Single storey rear extension with deck and pergola.
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26/0768/FUL Granted
8 Richmond Court St Davids Exeter EX4 3RA
Garage conversion including replacement of garage door with casement window to match existing.