30 Balsam Fields Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HF

1. 2 Jul 2026

   Received by Somerset

2. 9 Jul 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

3. 4 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

4. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 3 September 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Somerset took a median of 43 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Somerset 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.

Householder applications cover work to an existing house and its garden: extensions, loft and garage conversions, porches, outbuildings and similar alterations within the boundary of the home. They cannot be used to create a separate dwelling or change what the building is used for. Councils aim to decide them within eight weeks, and immediate neighbours are usually notified and given a chance to comment.

More on householder applications in our guide

• 30 Balsam Fields Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HF

  26/01527/HOU Submitted 2 Jul 2026 0m away

  Demolition of single storey building and erect two storey extension

  Granted Householder Extension Demolition 14 docs
  Small domestic

• 50 Balsam Fields Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HQ

  25/02667/TPO Submitted 31 Oct 2025 151m away

  Application to remove selective branches of No. 1 English Oak tree to gain 1m clearance from the overhead powerline as shown by the South Somerset District Council (WINC 1) 1990 Tree Preservation Order.

  Granted Trees 6 docs

• 50 Balsam Fields Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HQ

  25/02667/TPO Submitted 31 Oct 2025 151m away

  Application to remove selective branches of No. 1 English Oak tree to gain 1m clearance from the overhead powerline as shown by the South Somerset District Council (WINC 1) 1990 Tree Preservation Order.

  Granted Trees 6 docs

• Balsam House Common Road Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HT

  19/03062/TCA Submitted 4 Nov 2019 160m away

  Application to carry out Tree Works within a Conservation Area

  Granted Trees 3 docs

• 15 Manor Gardens Wincanton Somerset BA9 9QR

  26/01918/TCA Submitted 17 Aug 2026 230m away

  98% historically approved · decision due ~12 Oct

  Notifiction of intent to carry out Tree surgery works to No. 1 Tree within a Conservation Area. T2 Beech - The tree is the second one of a group of four trees. The first tree(T1) on neighbour's side ( No. 16) has been reduced last year. It is required to reduce the tree at no.15 to maintain a continuous balance and symmetry among the companion canopies. The following action will be implemented: Reduce canopy spread of west quadrant by approx. 2.5-3 metres to realign canopy of neighbours tree( No.16 MG). ? Reduce height by approx. 2 metres to match canopy of neighbourstree ( No.16 MG). ? Reduce east quadrant lower canopy ( Common Road side) by 1.5 metres to keep clearance from HGV vehicles and reduce mechanical stress load on over extended bottom branches. Maximum pruning cut will not exceed 80mm in diameter. Pruning practice should meet BS3998 criteria.

  Awaiting decision Trees 3 docs

• 15 Manor Gardens Wincanton Somerset BA9 9QR

  26/01918/TCA Submitted 17 Aug 2026 230m away

  98% historically approved · decision due ~12 Oct

  Notifiction of intent to carry out Tree surgery works to No. 1 Tree within a Conservation Area. T2 Beech - The tree is the second one of a group of four trees. The first tree(T1) on neighbour's side ( No. 16) has been reduced last year. It is required to reduce the tree at no.15 to maintain a continuous balance and symmetry among the companion canopies. The following action will be implemented: Reduce canopy spread of west quadrant by approx. 2.5-3 metres to realign canopy of neighbours tree( No.16 MG). ? Reduce height by approx. 2 metres to match canopy of neighbourstree ( No.16 MG). ? Reduce east quadrant lower canopy ( Common Road side) by 1.5 metres to keep clearance from HGV vehicles and reduce mechanical stress load on over extended bottom branches. Maximum pruning cut will not exceed 80mm in diameter. Pruning practice should meet BS3998 criteria.

  Awaiting decision Trees 3 docs

• 26/01722/HOU Granted

  Misty Cottage Currywoods Way Curry Rivel Langport Somerset TA10 0NR

  Conversion of existing garage including the creation of a first floor into additional ancillary residential accommodation to be used by an elderly relative

  24 Jul 2026 Householder
• 2026/1665/HSE Awaiting decision

  The Old Vicarage 17 Lambrook Street Glastonbury Somerset BA6 8BY

  Application for the reconstruction and alterations to wall of return boundary of listed property.

  1 Sep 2026 Householder
• 2026/1663/HSE Awaiting decision

  Pantiles Parsonage Lane Chilcompton Radstock Somerset BA3 4JZ

  Erection of single & two-storey rear extensions, pergola, replacement dormers and first floor side extension.

  28 Aug 2026 Householder
• 26/01480/HOU Granted

  32 Roping Road Yeovil Somerset BA21 4BD

  Replacement of an old garden shed with a new timber gazebo, timber decking and cascade wrap-around steps at the rear boundary of the garden (Retrospective)

  26 Jun 2026 Householder
• 26/01584/HOU Granted

  Herriard Cottage Muchelney Langport Somerset TA10 0DL

  Single Storey Extension and Detached Garage

  10 Jul 2026 Householder