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Torfaen planning applications
1,364 applications. 94% approved. 54 days to decide.
As of September 2026, PlanIndex holds 1,364 planning applications from Torfaen. 432 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 94% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Torfaen takes a median of 55 days to decide a planning application, ranking 67 of 148 UK councils. See how that compares.
All applications
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26/P/0438/CND Awaiting decision
Hypark Hire Limited Avondale Road Pontrhydyrun Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1TT
Drainrod survey, welsh water map, statement - 24/P/0252/FUL Condition 6.
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26/P/0440/CND Awaiting decision
St James Church Hanbury Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6JL
DOC 9 - Structural Appraisal Report on Existing Roof Structure, application 23/P/0296/LBC - Change of use to form a cafe/eatery and a multi-use cultural facility and function rooms.
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26/P/0434/HH Awaiting decision
Monieth Upper Cwmbran Road Upper Cwmbran Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 5SW
New proposed pitched roof with side dormer to replace existing flat roof and formulate two new bedrooms and en-suites, alongside interior alterations to improve compliant staircases to accommodate multi generational living.
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26/P/0432/FUL Awaiting decision
Unit 3 Llantarnam District Centre Malthouse Close Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3FT
Pergola Garden Room/Shelter
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26/P/0433/FUL Awaiting decision
Ultrapharm Ltd Mamhilad Pontypool NP4 0JJ
Single storey extension to provide additional goods storage
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26/P/0431/ADV Awaiting decision
11 North Walk Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1XF
Installation of two internally illuminated aluminium fascia signs
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26/P/0430/FUL Awaiting decision
11 North Walk Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1XF
Alterations to the existing shopfronts, comprising a new aluminium shopfront with laminated glazing and new glass entrance doors.
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26/P/0426/FUL Awaiting decision
Panteg House Greenhill Road Sebastopol Pontypool Torfaen NP4 5BE
To repair and resurface half the area of the existing tennis courts at Panteg House and replace the 9 ft sports fencing which had ben removed due to damage and in preparation for replacement with exactly the same
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26/P/0425/CND Awaiting decision
123 Bowleaze Greenmeadow Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 4LG
Discharge of condition 3 (Biodiversity) of planning permission 26/P/0004/FUL
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26/P/0424/CND Awaiting decision
1-52 Llandegfedd Way New Inn Pontypool Torfaen
Discharge of conditions 3 (details of the measures to be implemented to prevent chemicals, washings, or other contaminants associated with the rendering process and 4 (biodiversity enhancements) relating to planning permission 26/P/0262/HH Silicone render application to all brick elevations of all 52 individual properties
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26/P/0419/FUL Awaiting decision
Parkway Hotel And Conference Centre Ty Coch Lane Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3UW
Retention of fountain
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26/P/0422/HH Awaiting decision
62 Buttercup Court Ty Canol Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6JY
Erect a conservatory to the rear and side elevations
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26/P/0420/HH Awaiting decision
Lambourne House Windsor Road Fairwater Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 4PN
Two-storey, part single storey side extension and two-storey rear extension.
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26/P/0415/HH Awaiting decision
49 Parc Panteg Griffithstown Pontypool Torfaen NP4 5YH
Rear single storey extension
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26/P/0413/HH Awaiting decision
12 The Manor Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3AQ
Single story rear extension with alterations to garden levels
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26/P/0416/CEA Awaiting decision
1 Station Houses Cwmavon Road Cwmavon Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8XF
Installation of Heat Pump in a Conservation Area
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26/P/0417/HH Awaiting decision
Rosehilla Freeholdland Road Pontnewynydd Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8LW
Retain garden room and garage
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26/P/0411/FUL Awaiting decision
Unit 3a Lakeside Court Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3GA
Change of use of existing ground floor premises from B1 to D1 to provide a chiropractic clinic (re-submission of application 26/P/0041/FUL)
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26/P/0410/HH Awaiting decision
9 Thistle Court Ty Canol Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6JD
Proposed two storey rear extension
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26/P/0409/VAR Awaiting decision
16 Badgers Meadow Ponthir Cwmbran Torfaen NP18 1HG
VAR Condition 1 (Five Year Expiry Date) of planning application 21/P/0759/VAR - Extend condition 1 of 16/P/01158/VAR for the erection of first floor over double garage.
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26/P/0407/FUL Awaiting decision
Kiosk Ground Floor 17-20 Gwent Square Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1PW
Change of Use from A1 to A3 together with the provision of extractor fan
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26/P/0404/CND Awaiting decision
Public Convenience Hanbury Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6LJ
Discharge condition 10 (level 3 survey) of application 26/P/0043/FUL for substantial demolition of existing building and retention and modification of front façade for new cafe/restaurant
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26/P/0402/CND Awaiting decision
Public Convenience Hanbury Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6LJ
Discharge condition 4 (public art) of application 26/P/0043/FUL for substantial demolition of existing building and retention and modification of front façade for new cafe/restaurant
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26/P/0403/CND Awaiting decision
Public Convenience Hanbury Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6LJ
Discharge conditions 5 (tree replacement), 7 (tree protection) and 8 (lighting) of application 26/P/0043/FUL for substantial demolition of existing building and retention and modification of front façade for new cafe/restaurant
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26/P/0399/HH Awaiting decision
126 Liswerry Drive Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8RH
Proposed single storey rear extension
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26/P/0400/FUL Awaiting decision
60 Commercial Street Pontnewydd Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1AE
Siting of Royal Mail parcel locker
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26/P/0398/HH Awaiting decision
Beech Corner Penllyn Avenue Pontnewydd Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1RD
Double car garage
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26/P/0394/TPO Awaiting decision
23 Glan Rhyd Coed Eva Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6TY
Works to Oak tree consisting of 2-3m reduction of canopy, crown thinning and removal of deadwood
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26/P/0392/CEA Awaiting decision
Badgers Hole Caerleon Road Llanfrechfa Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8TY
Construction of a single-storey rear extension to the existing dwelling to provide an additional living room and storage room.
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26/P/0391/CEA Granted
1 St Michael Grove Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3HJ
Change conservatory roof from polycarbonate to slate tiles
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26/P/0390/CND Awaiting decision
15 North Walk Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1PR
DOC 3 - specific biodiversity enhancement of planning application 26/P/0299/FUL - Installation of 2 no air conditioning units and 2 no satellite dishes to rear elevation and roof
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26/P/0393/HH Awaiting decision
Triton 21 Penllyn Avenue Pontnewydd Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1RD
Two storey extension
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26/P/0395/HH Awaiting decision
Railway Cottage 99 Cwmavon Road Abersychan Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8PS
Detached garage and associated work
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26/P/0388/TCA Awaiting decision
33 King Street Blaenavon Torfaen NP4 9QQ
Works to two Oak trees including foliage tip reduction/lift and removal of deadwood
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26/P/0386/TPO Awaiting decision
29 British School Close Abersychan Pontypool Torfaen NP4 7AS
Lawson cypress - Foliage tip lift to provide up to 1.5m vertical clearance over shed
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26/P/0397/HH Awaiting decision
Marston Manor Way Abersychan Pontypool Torfaen NP4 7DS
Single storey wrap around extension and creation of hardstanding for off road parking (1 Parking space)
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26/P/0389/TPO Awaiting decision
Street Record Orchard Farm Estate Trevethin Pontypool Torfaen
Scots Pine - Foliage tip reduction on SW side of crown by up to 1.5m back to suitable lateral growth points to reduce weight/wind loading. Foliage tip lift to provide 2.5m statutory clearance over footpath
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26/P/0383/HH Awaiting decision
Lengadine Leigh Road Trevethin Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8HZ
Roof extension to form loft conversion providing one extra bedroom and bathroom with demolition of existing side extension and replacement with proposed side extension.
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26/P/0385/FUL Awaiting decision
Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, beneath Pontymoile Flyover (A472)
Installation of a series of 5no. artworks supported on steel frames on the offside of the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
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26/P/0382/VAR Awaiting decision
Wayside Newport Road Llantarnam Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3AF
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 26/P/0148/HH to enable a change in the roof design and the width of the first floor
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26/P/0381/CEA Granted
Lewis Terrace Mill Road Pontnewynydd Pontypool Torfaen
River level monitoring and flood warning. Proposal will include the construction of a small hardstand / footing of no more than 1.5m x 1.5m x 0.4m deep located directly behind railings next to the footway within Pontnewenydd Park, Pontypool. On this river side of the boundary fence a small kiosk containing monitoring equipment for river level data will be mounted. Together with a solar panel and a duct running from the kiosk to the river bank edge to house river level monitoring sensors. A locked gated access will also be required for NRW to access the river channel for maintenance of the equipment.
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26/P/0380/HH Awaiting decision
4 Bedford Close Greenmeadow Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 5HN
Storm porch to front of property
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26/P/0379/FUL Awaiting decision
Flat 1 High Street Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6EY
Replacement of flat roof with new mono pitched lightweight metal roof
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26/P/0376/CND Awaiting decision
Multistorey Car Park Glantorvaen Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6YB
Discharge conditions 3 (Demolition and Construction Method Statement) and 4 (Parking Management Scheme) of application 26/P/0044/FUL for refurbishment works to existing multi-storey car park
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26/P/0401/CND Awaiting decision
Multistorey Car Park Glantorvaen Road Pontypool Torfaen
Discharge conditions 8 (Lighting Mitigation Strategy) of application 26/P/0044/FUL for refurbishment works to existing multi-storey car park
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26/P/0377/CND Awaiting decision
Pontypool Public Toilets Hanbury Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6LJ
Discharge condition 3 (Demolition and Construction Statement) of application 26/P/0043/FUL for substantial demolition of existing building and retention and modification of front façade for new cafe/restaurant
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26/P/0374/DEM Awaiting decision
New Inn Transfer Station And Waste Recycling Centre Panteg Way New Inn Pontypool Torfaen NP4 0LS
Steel frame building with asbestos roof. Non supportive brick walls
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26/P/0378/VAR Awaiting decision
Unit 6 Forgehammer Industrial Estate St Dials Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3AA
Variation of condition 3 (extending time for another three years) relating to planning application 23/P/0539/VAR variation of condition 3 of 20/P/0335/FUL to extend time limit of pet crematorium for another 3 years.
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26/P/0375/NMA Granted
32 Poplar Avenue New Inn Pontypool Torfaen NP4 0EX
Non material amendment relating to planning permission 25/P/0671/HH to remove shed from the approved scheme and alter the rear section of the proposed annexe.
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26/P/0372/HH Awaiting decision
18 Salisbury Terrace Varteg Pontypool Torfaen NP4 7UN
Proposed single storey rear extension.
Recent decisions
Data to September 2026
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26/P/0354/CEU Decided
Rosehilla Freeholdland Road Pontnewynydd Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8LW
Refurbish and extend detached garage
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26/P/0354/CEA Refused
Rosehilla Freeholdland Road Pontnewynydd Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8LW
Refurbish and extend detached garage
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26/P/0359/CND Granted
Lloyds Tsb Bank Plc Hanbury Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6YE
Discharge conditions 3 (stair access) and 4 (staircase) of application 26/P/0101/VAR for the conversion of the former bank to six flats, retention of partial A2 use and associated works
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26/P/0337/HH Decided
58 Glan Rhyd Coed Eva Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6TY
Single storey front and rear extensions and pitched roof over the garage to form an annexe at first floor.
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26/P/0339/HH Granted
3 Elgam Avenue Blaenavon Torfaen NP4 9QY
Construction of a garage
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26/P/0351/FUL Granted
10 Windsor Road Griffithstown Pontypool Torfaen NP4 5HY
Change of use from a cake bakery to a Yoga Studio and Wellbeing Hub (Use Class D2)
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26/P/0331/FUL Granted
Usk Vets 48 George Street Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6BY
Proposed change of use to 6 bed HMO (Sui Generis use) with associated external alterations
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26/P/0128/NMA Granted
Land West Of Cwmbran Drive South Sebastopol Pontnewydd/Pontypool Torfaen
Non material amendment application for the variation of condition 9 (southern bus access) relating to 17/P/0631/RES application for reserved matters approval (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) in respect of 181 dwellings including associated roads and infrastructure
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26/P/0129/NMA Granted
Land West Of Cwmbran Drive South Sebastopol Pontypool Torfaen
Non material amendment application for the variation of condition 20 (southern bus access) relating to planning application 14/P/00362 Outline planning application for residential development (1,200 dwellings approx), ancillary retail & community development, landscaping, highways & associated works.
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26/P/0149/HH Granted
74 Two Locks Road Two Locks Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 7LD
Proposed two storey side extension and demolition of garage
The full record
Decisions between 2019 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 1,194 decisions from Torfaen between 2019 and 2026, part of 1,364 applications on record. Over that period 93% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 1,034 granted against 81 refused. The busiest single year was 2024, with 404 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/P/0624/NMA Granted
Plot At Rear Of Conifers Llwyn Onn Croesyceiliog Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 2AL
Non material amendment to 17/P/0816/FUL - to replace face brickwork with painted smooth render and gable to front bedroom window
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19/P/0631/NMA Granted
The Gables 58 Usk Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 8AA
Non material amendment to 18/P/0822/HH - minor adjustment to back of property including alterations to rear extension and outbuilding.
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19/P/0680/NMA Granted
60 Caernarvon Crescent Llanyravon Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 8SU
To revise the size of the footprint of the extension approved under 19/P/0126/HH
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19/P/0625/HH Granted
3 Buttercup Court Ty Canol Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6JY
Conversion of garage to habitable space
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19/P/0644/HH Granted
Carrog House Coed Eva Mill Coed Eva Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 7EU
Erect a conservatory to the rear elevation
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19/P/0633/HH Granted
12 Stokes Court Ponthir Cwmbran Newport Torfaen NP18 1RY
Single storey extension, to replace current conservatory ,footprint will remain, glass roof to be replaced by side sloping roof and slide wall to be built up, glass doors and windows at front to remain, previous planning ref 08-P-00047(E) single storey extension is to the rear of the property.
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19/P/0612/ADV Granted
Filling Station Pavilion Garage Osborne Road Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6NR
Integral illumination and screen to the ATM fascia, internally illuminated free cash withdrawals sign above the ATM and blue LED halo illumination to the surround
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19/P/0667/NMA Granted
Blenheim Road Community Primary Blenheim Road St Dials Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 4SZ
Non material amendment to 18/P/0654/FUL - replacement of glazing and grey coloured fibre cladding with colour render on elevations to plots 6-7 and plots 16-17
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19/P/0635/TPO Granted
Criag Y Felin Woodland
Removal of Mature Larch and Western Hemlock components in accordance with Felling Licence 278/19-20 issued by Natural Resources Wales. Approximately 3750 standing trees - 2500 Cubic metres Trees located within section W6 of TPO 23 issued 20th September 1985
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19/P/0607/CEA Granted
Summer Dene Sherbourne Road Sebastopol Pontypool Torfaen NP4 5EW
Removal of existing conservatory & construction of single storey rear extension
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 240 56%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 86 20%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 106 25%
Planning agents in Torfaen
The firms named as agent on the most applications on this register. Company information only.
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Creation Design Wales 78% granted overall 50
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Asbri Planning Ltd. 97% granted overall 50
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Howard Hicks Design 91% granted overall 41
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MB Design Architectural Services Ltd 89% granted overall 40
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M B Design Architectural Services Ltd 95% granted overall 28
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DB3 Group 97% granted overall 27
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Torfaen County Borough Council 100% granted overall 26
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Richard Andrews Architects Ltd 80% granted overall 24
Browse by ward
Applications by ward in Torfaen
- Abersychan 115
- Blaenavon 135
- Croesyceiliog 52
- Fairwater 36
- Greenmeadow 29
- Llantarnam 184
- Llanyrafon East And Ponthir 74
- Llanyrafon West 38
- New Inn 95
- Panteg 89
- Pontnewydd 98
- Pontnewynydd And Snatchwood 26
- Pontypool Fawr 140
- St Dials 56
- Trevethin And Penygarn 36
- Two Locks 56
- Upper Cwmbran 40
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Applications by postcode district
Common questions
How many planning applications does Torfaen decide?
In the 12 months to September 2026, Torfaen decided 432 planning applications. 94% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in Torfaen?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 54 days over the 12 months to September 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Torfaen decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 432 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 where both dates are published, 56% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 75% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has Torfaen decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 1194 decisions from Torfaen between 2019 and 2026, out of 1,364 applications on record. Across that whole period 93% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in Torfaen?
October 2025 was the busiest month across the 12 months to September 2026, with 52 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
Every application indexed here has its own page at a stable address. Look the reference up in a search engine together with the council name, or browse the latest applications below. Each page shows the description, address, dates and decision as the council published them.
Where can I see the full documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports stay on Torfaen's own planning portal. Every application page here links straight to the source record.
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Torfaen: 1,364 planning applications on record as of September 2026. Trailing 12 months: 432 decided, 94% approved, median 54 days to a decision. 449 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2019 and 2026: 1,194 in total, 93% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.