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West Devon planning applications

5,174 applications. 90% approved. 53 days to decide.

As of September 2026, PlanIndex holds 5,174 planning applications from West Devon. 2,345 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 90% of clear-cut outcomes approved.

2,345
Decided 12 months to September 2026
2,572
New applications 12 months to September 2026

West Devon takes a median of 53 days to decide a planning application. See how that compares.

All applications

Newest first · page 1 of 104

  • 2572/26/TPO Decided

    The Chantry Beacon Road Ivybridge PL21 0AQ

    TPO 558: T46 Tulip tree. Reduce south western aspect, by removing dominant leaders up to 3m, to reduce the risk of branch failure & T48 Beech - reduced southern aspect and upper canopy by up to 3m

    Submitted 14 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2574/26/HHO Decided

    West View Frogmore Kingsbridge TQ7 2NU

    Loft conversion and rear facing dormer window to existing detached dwelling

    Submitted 14 Sep 2026 Householder
  • 2570/26/FUL Decided

    The Lofthouse 15 Estura Cliff Road Salcombe TQ8 8GY

    Addition of rooflight and enlarging existing rooflight, to facilitate internal layout changes

    Submitted 14 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2535/26/HHO Decided

    11 The Ridings Stoke Gabriel TQ9 6GG

    Single storey rear extension and internal alterations.

    Submitted 10 Sep 2026 Householder
  • 2540/26/FUL Decided

    East Luddon Thorndon Cross EX20 4NJ

    Proposed slurry store

    Submitted 10 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2538/26/VAR Decided

    Clovehayes Essington Road North Tawton EX20 2EX

    Application for variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of planning consent 3563/25/HHO

    Submitted 10 Sep 2026 Amendments
  • 2525/26/TPO Decided

    11 The Coppice Ivybridge PL21 9TR

    TPO 556; T1: Oak – crown height reduction of 2m, lateral reduction on neighbours side by 2m, lateral reduction on house side of 3m, remove deadwood, too large for area. T2: Oak – crown height reduction by 3m, lateral reduction on house side by 2m, remove deadwood, too large for area.

    Submitted 9 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2526/26/FUL Decided

    Flat 18 Bedford Court Garden Lane Tavistock PL19 8BQ

    Installation of a single external air conditioning condenser unit within balcony/terrace

    Submitted 9 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2502/26/CLP Decided

    Lee Farm Coryton EX20 4PE

    Certificate of lawfulness for proposed detached double garage with new access track from private driveway

    Submitted 7 Sep 2026 Lawful development
  • 2487/26/TPO Decided

    Orchard House New Road Lifton PL16 0AQ

    TPO S266; T1 – Sycamore - Crown height reduction by approximately 2m, with a further 1m reduction to the southern aspect. Remove all deadwood, T2 – Sycamore - Crown height reduction by approximately 2m, with a further 1m reduction to south-facing laterals. Crown lift to provide adequate clearance over the newly planted Oak (T3) and prevent excessive suppression, T3 – Oak - NO WORKS PROPOSED, T4 – Sycamore - Crown height reduction by approximately 2m, with a further 1m reduction to south-facing laterals. Crown lift to provide clearance over the Oak (T3) and reduce the potential for suppression, T5 – Sycamore - Crown height reduction by approximately 2m to reduce the mechanical loading and stress imposed on the adjacent wall & T6 – Copper Beech - Crown raise to approximately 5.5m, with additional crown lifting over the driveway to provide suitable clearance

    Submitted 4 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2477/26/FUL Decided

    Stafford Beer Farm Broadwoodkelly Winkleigh EX19 8EJ

    Erection of agricultural building

    Submitted 3 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2468/26/CLE Decided

    Senlac Farm Hensbury Lane Bere Ferrers PL20 7LA

    Certificate of lawfulness for existing use of dwelling known as Senlac Farm in breach of Condition a (agricultural occupancy) of planning consent 3.29/1974/473.

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Lawful development
  • 2467/26/HHO Decided

    Talisker Elston Park Churchstow TQ7 3QS

    Replacement of existing outbuilding & erection of outbuilding in the garden

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Householder
  • 2455/26/VAR Decided

    Court Barton, Aveton Gifford, TQ7 4LE

    Variation of conditions 2 (approved plans) and 3 (external materials) of planning consent 02/0098/01/F

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Amendments
  • 2465/26/TCA Decided

    2 Manor Court Stoke Fleming TQ6 0PG

    T1: Magnolia - reduce canopy next to Rectory Lane by 1.5m, raise canopy height in driveway to 3m AGL. T2: Cryptomaria - remove limb on E side at 1m AGL growing into Rectory Lane. T3: Beech – lateral reduction over neighbouring house by 2m. T4: Holm Oak - crown height reduction to 3m AGL over Manor Court parking area. T5: Sweet Chestnut - remove x2 x limbs at 3m AGL on S side over neighbouring driveway. T6: Beech – lateral reduction on N side by 1m AGL.

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2466/26/TCA Decided

    Bay House Dartmouth Road Stoke Fleming TQ6 0NU

    T1: Bay - reduce to 1.5m agl.

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2478/26/COM Decided

    O/S 35 Stray Park Yealmpton PL8 2HF

    Notice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising one light wooden pole at 9 metres high (Ref: WH6V831P)

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Outline
  • 2459/26/FUL Decided

    Withymore Farm Malborough TQ7 3ED

    Installation of 24 ground mounted solar panels with associated cable run

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2456/26/FUL Decided

    Berry Park Farm Modbury PL21 0SU

    Erection of a General Purpose Agricultural Building

    Submitted 2 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2448/26/HHO Decided

    St Maurice Down Road Tavistock PL19 9AD

    Conversion of existing garage and erection of first-floor extension above existing single-storey extension, together with associated external and internal alterations.

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Householder
  • 2449/26/TPO Decided

    Beech Tree House 2B Roland Bailey Gardens Tavistock PL19 0RB

    T5: Fagus Sylvatica, Beech tree – Crown height reduction by 9m and lateral crown reduction by 6m, leaving the tree to be 9m in height and 5m in width left standing to maintain balance. Safety to all residences close by and to maintain the ongoing of a healthy tree and prevent any damage in the near future. T3: Quercus Robur, Oak tree – Crown height reduction by 9m and 5m lateral crown reduction, leaving the tree to be 9m in height and 5m width, maintaining its shape and balance to this healthy tree whilst making the surrounding area safer. Tree is which is growing at an angle into the garden and towards the house which could cause some considerable to damage to the house should it continue to grow and collapse.

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2458/26/AGR Decided

    Development Site At Sx 707 527 Modbury

    General Purpose Agricultural Building

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Other
  • 2437/26/LBC Decided

    Mulberry House Dittisham TQ6 0ER

    Replacement of glass conservatory roof with natural slate

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
  • 2479/26/COM Decided

    Bridgeside Harbertonford

    Notice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising one light wooden pole at 9 metres high (Ref: WH5LGL2R)

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Outline
  • 2441/26/CLE Decided

    3 Thurlestone Gardens Dartmouth TQ6 9HG

    Certificate of lawfulness for existing use of The Lighthouse as a separate, self-contained dwelling

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Lawful development
  • 2451/26/FUL Decided

    Tutchenor Farm Patchacott EX21 5AR

    Excavation works to floor of barn

    Submitted 1 Sep 2026 Full applications
  • 2417/26/CLP Decided

    Widgery View 13 Trescote Way Bridestowe EX20 4QB

    Certificate of lawfulness for proposed dormer window with cladding and proposed Soil Vent Pipe to rear and rooflight to the south elevation.

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Lawful development
  • 2416/26/HHO Decided

    Western Lodge Thurlestone TQ7 3LR

    Two-storey extension to the north-east elevation, alterations to the existing garage, and other smaller changes

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Householder
  • 2428/26/TPO Decided

    13 Ash Grove Ivybridge PL21 0HX

    T1 & T2: Lime Trees: Crown thinning 20% all sides, crown lift all sides height from the ground 4 metres, lateral crown reduction all sides 2 metres, crown height 4 metres all sides. Trees four metres apart rear of garden which cover part of garden and rear bridle path at rear. Issues with large dead branches falling, also the trees are really high blocking sunlight. Risk of storm damage. Concerns with branches over the bridal path used by locals. T2 is 3 metres from the large shed.

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2421/26/LBC Decided

    Kings Arms Hotel Fore Street Kingsbridge TQ7 1AB

    Installation of signage associated with commercial unit

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
  • 2420/26/AGR Granted

    Holditch Farm Churchstow TQ7 3QR

    Surfacing of agricultural access tracks

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Other
  • 2431/26/CLP Decided

    Peek Mill Cottage Ugborough PL21 0LA

    Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed construction of householder rear extension ancillary to existing dwelling

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Lawful development
  • 2419/26/CLP Decided

    1 Highfield View Tamerton Foliot PL5 4BY

    Certificate of lawfulness for proposed single storey rear extension projecting 4.0 metres

    Submitted 27 Aug 2026 Lawful development
  • 2414/26/ARC Decided

    Eworthy Farm Eworthy Germansweek EX21 5AH

    Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Materials) of planning consent 4378/22/FUL

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Conditions
  • 2406/26/CLP Decided

    Ivy Dale Kingston TQ7 4PU

    Certificate of lawfulness for proposed new entrance porch

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Lawful development
  • 2411/26/CLP Decided

    4 Cromwell Park Modbury PL21 0RS

    Proposed rear extension under 4m and garage reduced in size and moved 1m backwards

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Lawful development
  • 2398/26/HHO Decided

    Meadow Court Churchstow TQ7 3QW

    Rear single storey extension & new balcony/terrace to dwelling

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Householder
  • 2408/26/HHO Decided

    Riversea View South Town Dartmouth TQ6 9BU

    Refurbishment and alterations, including a new roof, balcony and external store area.

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Householder
  • 2413/26/TPO Decided

    Buckland Park Bantham TQ7 3AB

    T1455: Ash – Has a historic split in the overextended NE branch, this branch needs reducing in length by 3m, removing the dominant leader to prevent failure at the split. NB: T1456: Sycamore - Permission not required for tree works as not currently subject to TPO nor is it in a conservation area

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2405/26/ARC Decided

    Barns at Sx 821 541 Cornworthy

    Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 (Hard & Soft Landscaping) of planning consent 1428/25/FUL

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Conditions
  • 2410/26/COM Decided

    Land near 69 Ford Holbeton PL8 1LJ

    Notice of intent to install electronic communication apparatus comprising one x 8m light wooden pole (Ref: WH6NLK7X)

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Outline
  • 2415/26/LBC Decided

    Morwell House Morwell Tavistock PL19 8JH

    Works to repair and recover the roof of the south east wing, repairs to chimneys and overhaul of rainwater goods.

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
  • 2412/26/TCA Decided

    2 Scoldens Close Modbury PL21 0SN

    T1: Field Maple - Crown reduction of 2.5m in height and 1.5m laterally all around is requested.

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2403/26/HHO Decided

    Brook Cottage West Buckland TQ7 3AQ

    Alterations and extension to dwelling

    Submitted 26 Aug 2026 Householder
  • 2389/26/TPO Decided

    The Oaks Cott Lane Dartington TQ9 6HE

    T1: Quercus sp - Remove dead limbs over garden. See photo ref Theoakst1/dl. Tree has several dead limbs<75mm in diameter over the garden. T2: - Quercus sp – (1) Remove dead limbs over garden. Ref photo Theoakst2/dl. Tree has one dead limb approx 100mm in diameter and several <75mm diameter that the client would like to remove to reduce risk of falling onto anyone in his garden. (2) Reduction by 2M away from the edge of the property. see ref photo Theoakst2/remov. Several living limbs and branches close to and growing over the property. Limbs<75mm diameter. See photo TheoaksT1&T2location for relation to house and garden.

    Submitted 25 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2390/26/TPO Decided

    Redwood River School Old Postern Dartington Hall TQ9 6EA

    TPO 1126: T1495 - 1x Norway Maple (not protected by TPO) - Prune secondary & sub lateral branch growth away from the neighbouring building to achieve a minimum clearance of approximately 2.0 metres. All final pruning cuts shall be made at suitable growth points, retaining the tree's natural form & main framework, T1498 - 1x Large Multi-Stemmed Crack Willow - Pollard the tree at approximately 5.0 metres above ground level, removing the upper crown and retaining the main structural framework at the specified pollard height. All final pruning cuts shall be made at suitable growth points where practicable, T1499 - 1x Crack Willow - Pollard the tree at approximately 5.0 metres above ground level, removing the upper crown & retaining the main structural framework at the specified pollard height, T5460 - 1x Crack Willow - Pollard the tree at approximately 5.0 metres above ground level, removing the upper crown & retaining the main structural framework at the specified pollard height & T1955 - 1x Horse Chestnut - Due to the significance and maturity of the tree, undertake a sensitive crown thin, selectively removing a maximum of 10% of appropriate secondary and smaller branch growth throughout the canopy to reduce areas of excessive crown density & encourage the development of the inner canopy. Works shall retain the tree's main framework, natural form and a high proportion of the foliage-bearing structure. For Justification, please refer to the Tree Condition Safety Survey

    Submitted 25 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2382/26/PAA Decided

    Homeleigh Heathfield PL19 0LF

    Application to determine if prior approval is required for the enlargement of a dwellinghouse consisting of: (b) one additional storey, where the existing dwellinghouse consists of one storey.

    Submitted 24 Aug 2026 Prior approval
  • 2375/26/TCA Decided

    Whitegate Station Road Ivybridge PL21 0AH

    T5 Tulip tree - remove hazard beam defective limb at 4m to south - see photograph in Quantified Tree Risk Assessment document

    Submitted 24 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2376/26/TPO Decided

    South Sands Lodge South Sands Salcombe TQ8 8LN

    TPO 170 - T1: Lawson Cypress - fell due to potential main stem failure as a consequence of identified decay, T2: Lawson Cypress - crown reduce in height by 3m due to potential stem failure as a result of identified decay See photo 5) & T4: Scots Pine - Reducing the limbs by 1m leaving a crown spread of 3m due to potential branch failure onto highway below. Crown raise over the driveway to provide a clearance of 3m. (See photo 5)

    Submitted 24 Aug 2026 Trees
  • 2381/26/HHO Decided

    Fresh Springs 3 Buckland Court Crapstone PL20 7UE

    Addition of first floor extension above the garage

    Submitted 24 Aug 2026 Householder

Older applications, page 2 of 104

Recent decisions

Data to September 2026

  • 2420/26/AGR Granted

    Holditch Farm Churchstow TQ7 3QR

    Surfacing of agricultural access tracks

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Other
  • 2265/26/TCA Granted

    2 Walton Leigh Devon Road Salcombe TQ8 8HQ

    T1: Cordyline - fell

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2286/26/TCA Granted

    The Longhouse Totnes Road Strete TQ6 0RU

    T004: Acacia Tree - Removal of tree is specified at para 200 of the Schedule of Works forming part of the PP and LBC application. The Plans show it to be cut down and the roots grubbed out. Proposals are to plant 2 palm trees (sub-species yet to be chosen), as mature trees: 18-20cms containerised, plus a Metrosideros Robusta (Northern Rata) to be grown from seed.

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2309/26/TCA Granted

    30 Church Street Modbury PL21 0QR

    T1: Apple - Reduce entire canopy by 2 m leaving the tree standing at 3m aiming to start a cyclical prune, T2: Olive - Reduce by 1.5m leaving the tree standing at 5m aiming to rebalance the tree & T3: Holly - Fell to near ground level to enable the plants beneath to thrive

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2322/26/TCA Granted

    The Manse High Street Hatherleigh EX20 3JH

    T1: Apple tree - fell and remove stump

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2368/26/TCA Granted

    8 Courtenay Street Salcombe TQ8 8DQ

    G1: x3 Bay – fell to near ground level, treat stumps with ecoplugs to prevent regrowth, to protect adjacent stone walls and buildings.

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2285/26/TCA Granted

    Stoke House Gardens Stoke Fleming

    T1: Cherry Blossom Tree Prunus Serrulata - Completely remove tree, it is dead and shedding limbs

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2289/26/TCA Granted

    Elm Cottage 14 Park Road Hatherleigh EX20 3JS

    T1: Sycamore - Fell tree T2: Sycamore - Fell tree T3: Sycamore - Fell tree Trees have been previously pollarded and have now regrown and overshadowing two gardens. Pollard points pose weak points. T4: Sycamore - Reduce crown height by approximately 4 metres to previous pollard points. (as above but not so much a shading issue but a weak union issue)

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees
  • 2091/26/HHO Granted

    35 Creber Drive Wrangaton TQ10 9FL

    Single storey rear extension with rendered finish

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Householder
  • 2013/26/TPO Granted

    21 Glebe Land Aveton Gifford TQ7 4LX

    TPO 490 T08; T2: Quercus – crown lift to 5m from ground level to create clearance over boundary between 21-20 Glebe, maximum diameter 10cm.

    Decided 15 Sep 2026 Trees

The full record

Decisions between 2015 and 2026

PlanIndex holds 4,639 decisions from West Devon between 2015 and 2026, part of 5,174 applications on record. Over that period 89% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 3,627 granted against 442 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 1,773 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

  • 0014/15/DCC Decided

    Diptford Primary School, Diptford Cross To Diptford Primary School, Diptford, Devon, TQ9 7NY

    DUPLICATE OF 2699/15/DCC

    Decided 14 Dec 2015 Other
  • 3786/16/ARC Withdrawn

    Sherford New Community, Land South/SouthWest of A38, Deep Lane and East of Haye Road, Elburton, Plymouth, Devon, PL9 8DD

    VOID Duplicate of 3705/16/ARC discharge of condition 18 (BuildingConstruction Details), Part E (Doors and Windows) following approvalof planning application 07/0679/15/RM.

    Decided 14 Dec 2016 Conditions
  • 4152/16/TPO-1 Granted

    Former Yealm Hotel, 104, Yealm Road, Newton Ferrers, Devon, PL8 1BL

    T1: Cypress - Fell. T2: Yew - Fell. T3: Holm Oak - crown reductionover site by 3m. T4: Monterey Pine - remove major deadwood over site.T5: Beech - crown raise to 5m. G1: Holm Oak - Fell trees on bank andtop of bank.

    Decided 10 Mar 2017 Trees
  • 1459/18/ARC Granted

    6, Castle Street, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 5NU

    Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 following grant of listed building consent 3469/17/LBC

    Decided 2 May 2018 Conditions
  • 1114/18/AGR Withdrawn

    Ackrells Field, Littlehempston, Totnes, TQ9 6LU

    Application for prior notification of agricultural building to providestorage of animal feeds, straw, hay, wood and farm equipment

    Decided 14 May 2018 Other
  • 1428/18/NMM Granted

    8, Barton Close, Wembury, Devon, PL9 0LF

    Non-material amendments (reduce the footprint of the extension, toinstall one rooflight, render) planning permission 1037/16/HHO

    Decided 15 May 2018 Amendments
  • 1380/18/AGR Decided

    Land At Sx 556518, North Of Winstone Cottages, Brixton, PL8 2DH

    Application for prior notification of agricultural or forestry development - proposed general purpose agricultural building

    Decided 16 May 2018 Other
  • 1725/18/TPO Decided

    Falconers, Road From Plympton Cross To Moult Hill, Moult Hill, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8LF

    T1: Pinus Radiata - fell, storm damaged crown separated from main stemat approx 5 metres from ground, large separation, water entered maincavity, lower crown and lower branches dead, deterioration spreadingto mid crown, main crown leaning over highway; T2: Leyland Cypress -fell, uprooted, secured to adjacent remaining large Cypress causingunnecessary strain.

    Decided 23 May 2018 Trees
  • 1724/18/TPO Decided

    Woodcot, Cliff Road, Salcombe, Devon, TQ8 8JU

    T1: Manna Ash - cut up and clear small, broken branches on South Westside of existing remaining main stem; Remove approx 8 fallen, rottedtrees (max approx 15 cm in diameter) and resulting debris.

    Decided 23 May 2018 Trees
  • 1788/18/TCA Decided

    The Hermitage, Ashprington Roundabout To Bow Bridge Cross Along Zc44, Ashprington, Devon, TQ9 7UL

    T1: Silver Birch - Fell, dead.

    Decided 25 May 2018 Trees

Decision speed

12 months to September 2026, where both dates are published

  1. Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 1,413 60%
  2. 8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 620 26%
  3. Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 312 13%

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Common questions

How many planning applications does West Devon decide?

In the 12 months to September 2026, West Devon decided 2345 planning applications. 90% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.

How long does a planning decision take in West Devon?

The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 53 days over the 12 months to September 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.

How many West Devon decisions arrive within the eight week target?

Of the 2345 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 where both dates are published, 60% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 87% within thirteen weeks.

How many planning applications has West Devon decided in total?

PlanIndex holds 4639 decisions from West Devon between 2015 and 2026, out of 5,174 applications on record. Across that whole period 89% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.

When is planning activity busiest in West Devon?

July 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to September 2026, with 271 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 West Devon's own planning portal. Every application page here links straight to the source record.

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West Devon: 5,174 planning applications on record as of September 2026. Trailing 12 months: 2,345 decided, 90% approved, median 53 days to a decision. 2,572 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2015 and 2026: 4,639 in total, 89% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.