Planning Applications in
East Devon
East Devon has a population of approximately 150,000 and is part of the South West region. Search any postcode in East Devon to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
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Planning Application Types in East Devon
Based on 1991 applications tracked between 2026-01-12 and 2026-10-27.
Full
44% of all applications
Conditions
17% of all applications
Householder
16% of all applications
Tree Works
7% of all applications
Demolition
5% of all applications
Change of Use
4% of all applications
East Devon Planning Statistics
Data period: 2026-01-12 to 2026-10-27 · Updated 28 October 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in East Devon
PlanWatch currently holds 1,991 East Devon planning records across 1,069 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2026-01-12 to 2026-10-27. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (872), Conditions (338), Householder (314).
Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.
Planning Battles in East Devon
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the East Devon area.
Budleigh Salterton Protected Land Vote
2024EDDC Strategic Planning Committee voted to reject allocation of land south of Bedlands Lane in Budleigh Salterton for up to 50 homes. Site was in draft Local Plan but committee deemed it unsuitable due to protected status and environmental concerns. Celebrated locally as win for rural character.
Why this matters: This shows successful local opposition to allocations in local plans. Monitoring would track which sites are being rejected and why.
Lobbying Government Over Unfinished Developments
2024Council approved plan to urge government to reform planning laws requiring developers to complete sites within 3-5 years. Wanted penalties like business rates for missed deadlines. Addressed concerns about stalled projects leaving sites as 'eyesores' and delaying Section 106 contributions.
Why this matters: Monitoring stalled sites would identify where developers are not delivering and Section 106 contributions are delayed.
Pressure to Approve More Housing
2024With only 4.5-year housing land supply, planners were advised to prioritize approvals for sustainable developments to avoid speculative applications. Motion passed to give 'significant weight' to boosting supply, especially affordable housing. Critics worried it would lead to unpopular builds lacking infrastructure.
Why this matters: Low housing supply leads to pressure to approve applications that might otherwise be refused. Monitoring supply levels predicts where this pressure will occur.
Major Developments to Watch in East Devon
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of East Devon.
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What Makes Planning in East Devon Different
- East Devon AONB covering coastline
- Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth conservation areas
- Water neutrality requirements
- Significant retirement housing demand
Below five-year housing land supply (4.5 years). Strong environmental protections. Coastal erosion issues in some areas. High house prices relative to local incomes.
Key Areas in East Devon
Large rural coastal district with significant environmental designations. Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty protect much of coastline. Large retirement population affects housing needs.
Recent Planning Applications in East Devon
Latest applications submitted to East Devon council.
G1, Sycamore: crown lift over footbridge to achieve a 2.5m clearance. T1, Birch: reduce south westerly limb extending over security fencing back to growth point approximately 2m from stem, diameter of cut circa 75mm. Remove north westerly branch, arising around 5m above ground level and extending over play equipment, back to union, diameter of cut circa 50mm. Reduce height by approximately 2-3m and reshape, maximum diameter of cut 50mm. T2, Birch: fell to near ground level. G3, Willow: crown lift to approx. 2m above play equipment.
Sidbury C Of E Primary School Church Street Sidbury Devon EX10 0SB
1. Fir - removal. 2. Yew - shorten branches/cut back to main stem, whichever is more appropriate.
The Court Chardstock Axminster EX13 7BS
Construction of a raised decking area at the same level or slightly lower than the existing conservatory to a height of between 1.3 and 1.4 metres above ground level. Extending outwards in line with the conservatory to a depth of 3.4 metres, and to the side to 4 metres Access from the existing conservatory
Up Over Ice House Lane Sidmouth EX10 9DS
Replace existing hedge with wooden fence 26 meters long, 1.37m high with capping along Bridge Road side of property from the bridge to present beech hedge. fence to be feathered board on 38mm x 88mm rails with 100 mm x 100mm posts, 610mm into ground.
23 East Budleigh Road Budleigh Salterton EX9 6HW
Damp proofing in kitchen and dining room.
Court House Queens Square Colyton EX24 6JX
Official Planning Portal
View and search planning applications directly on the East Devon council website.
Visit East Devon planning portal →Objecting to a Planning Application in East Devon
East Devon Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what East Devon's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.
Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach East Devon Council inside the 21-day consultation window.
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- East Devon council planning portal — planning.eastdevon.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 28 October 2026
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