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Torfaen planning applications
442 applications. 93% approved. 48 days to decide.
As of July 2026, PlanIndex holds 442 planning applications from Torfaen. 335 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 93% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Latest applications
Data to July 2026
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26/P/0330/TPO Awaiting decision
19 Ashleigh Court Henllys Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6HF
Works to T1, T2, T3, T4 and T5 of TPO40
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26/P/0327/FUL Awaiting decision
2 Hafod Gardens Ponthir Cwmbran Torfaen NP18 1GE
Proposed replacement balcony (Flat 2).
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26/P/0321/FUL Awaiting decision
Building Plot At The Rear Of Woodbury House Church Road Pontnewydd Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1AT
Proposed 2 bed bungalow
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26/P/0333/STAT Granted
University Of Wales College Newport College Crescent Caerleon Newport South Wales
S73 application to vary condition 1 (approved plans) of 23/0682 S73 application to vary condition 1 (approved plans)of 19/1212 partial demolition, refurbishment and conversion of main building to 44 flats, conversion of TJ Webly building to 2 no. dwellings, conversion of Ty Hywel building to 2 no. residential units (1 flat and 1 house), conversion of Felthorpe to 1 no dwelling, demolition of other existing buildings and construction of 170 no. dwellings, open space, landscaping, engineering and infrastructure works to include retention of listed gates piers, amendments's including changes to internal layout
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26/P/0326/HH Awaiting decision
53 Wern Road Sebastopol Pontypool Torfaen NP4 5DT
Part Retrospective Application for the Retention and Cladding of Containers and Associated External Works
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26/P/0320/CEA Awaiting decision
51 Chapel Lane Croesyceiliog Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 2PW
Proposed single-storey rear kitchen extension to the existing dwelling. External materials, doors and windows are to match the existing dwelling in appearance where reasonably practicable.
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26/P/0319/CEA Granted
20 Oakleigh Court Henllys Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6HE
It is proposed to convert part of the existing integral garage to a Day Room / Wet Room.
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26/P/0317/FUL Awaiting decision
Garnteg Primary School Hillcrest Garndiffaith Pontypool Torfaen NP4 7SJ
Installation of 2 steel containers to be used for Big Bocs Bwyd food initiative
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26/P/0315/CND Awaiting decision
Crown Inn Greenhill Road Sebastopol Pontypool Torfaen NP4 5BQ
Discharge condition 3 (external materials) of application 20/P/0398/FUL for change of use and renovation of public house to residential dwelling and tearooms
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26/P/0313/FUL Awaiting decision
Part Of Land Lying To North Of Forge Side Road, Blaenavon (x) 324733 And (y) 208650
Outdoor riding arena for personal use, using timber post and rail fencing with a sand and fibre riding surface
Recent decisions
Data to July 2026
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26/P/0319/CEA Granted
20 Oakleigh Court Henllys Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6HE
It is proposed to convert part of the existing integral garage to a Day Room / Wet Room.
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26/P/0333/STAT Granted
University Of Wales College Newport College Crescent Caerleon Newport South Wales
S73 application to vary condition 1 (approved plans) of 23/0682 S73 application to vary condition 1 (approved plans)of 19/1212 partial demolition, refurbishment and conversion of main building to 44 flats, conversion of TJ Webly building to 2 no. dwellings, conversion of Ty Hywel building to 2 no. residential units (1 flat and 1 house), conversion of Felthorpe to 1 no dwelling, demolition of other existing buildings and construction of 170 no. dwellings, open space, landscaping, engineering and infrastructure works to include retention of listed gates piers, amendments's including changes to internal layout
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26/P/0210/VAR Granted
Lloyds Tsb Bank Plc Hanbury Rd Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6YE
Variation of condition 1 (approved plans) of application 24/P/0618/FUL for conversion of former bank to six flats, retention of partial A2 use on ground floor and basement and associated works. New documents show changes to residential mix, internal layout, drainage/service coordination and windows
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26/P/0228/FUL Granted
Grange University Hospital Caerleon Road Llanfrechfa Cwmbran Torfaen
Proposed solar substation and associated enclosure in connection with solar car port development approved under application 25/P/0308/FUL
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26/P/0245/HH Refused
Monieth Upper Cwmbran Road Upper Cwmbran Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 5SW
New proposed pitched roof 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/0277/HH Granted
3 Ruth Road New Inn Pontypool Torfaen NP4 0QJ
Rear extension (part single part double). Take existing side lean to extension back to rear of proposed extension.
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26/P/0180/HH Refused
22 Clos Glas Y Dorlan Pontrhydyrun Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 1FH
Retrospective full planning application for the retention of a loft conversion including rear-facing dormer windows and front-facing rooflights
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26/P/0234/FUL Granted
18 Sycamore Court Henllys Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 6HN
Private one to one personal training studio in residential garage
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26/P/0273/CND Granted
Lloyds Tsb Bank Plc Commercial Street Pontypool Torfaen NP4 6YE
Discharge condition 6 (bin and cycle storage) of application 24/P/0618/FUL for change of use of former Bank to create six residential flats (C3 use) and retention of partial A2 Use to ground Floor and basement
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26/P/0224/FUL Refused
Glanmyre St Dials Road Cwmbran Torfaen NP44 3NZ
Erection of garage to service and accommodate transit vans with associated engineering works
Decision speed
12 months to July 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 216 64%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 75 22%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 44 13%
Common questions
How many planning applications does Torfaen decide?
In the 12 months to July 2026, Torfaen decided 335 planning applications. 93% 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 48 days over the 12 months to July 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Torfaen decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 335 decisions in the 12 months to July 2026 where both dates are published, 64% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 87% within thirteen weeks.
When is planning activity busiest in Torfaen?
September 2025 was the busiest month across the 12 months to July 2026, with 56 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.
Cite these figures
Torfaen: 442 planning applications on record as of July 2026. Trailing 12 months: 335 decided, 93% approved, median 48 days to a decision. 442 new applications received in the same period. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.