Planning Applications in
North Somerset
North Somerset has a population of approximately 215,000 and is part of the South West region. Search any postcode in North Somerset to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
Search North Somerset Planning Applications
Search any North Somerset postcode above, then save it to a free PlanWatch account so it is ready next time. Paid plans add email alerts for new applications near a saved postcode, sent within hours of them reaching the council register.
Planning Application Types in North Somerset
Based on 1747 applications tracked between 2025-10-20 and 2026-10-27.
Full
45% of all applications
Householder
13% of all applications
Tree Works
10% of all applications
Demolition
9% of all applications
Change of Use
5% of all applications
Certificate of Lawfulness
5% of all applications
North Somerset Planning Statistics
Data period: 2025-10-20 to 2026-10-27 · Updated 28 October 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in North Somerset
PlanWatch currently holds 1,747 North Somerset planning records across 948 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2025-10-20 to 2026-10-27. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (782), Householder (229), Tree Works (175).
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 North Somerset
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the North Somerset area.
Roots Commercial Allotments Saga
2023-202550-acre meadow near Long Ashton transformed into 'allotments for the 21st century' with 700 rentable plots starting April 2023. Over 1,000 objections over green belt erosion, traffic, commercialization. Called 'Britain's most controversial allotments'. Council issued enforcement notices but operators claimed permitted development rights. Finally secured full planning permission in July 2025 after two-year battle.
Why this matters: Test case for commercial development on green belt using agricultural permitted development rights. Shows how 'allotments' can become commercial operations.
EPIC Office Campus (US Tech Firm HQ)
2024-202590-acre office campus in Long Ashton for US healthcare tech firm's European HQ, promising 2,000 jobs but on prime green belt land. Submitted 2024, faced 684 objections (vs 43 supports). Former MP Liam Fox called it 'inappropriate' and 'Bristol-skewed'. Government backed for investment.
Why this matters: Major economic development vs green belt protection clash. Jobs creation argument strong but environmental opposition vocal.
Green Belt Housing Battles
2024-2025381-home proposal north of Nailsea on green belt (2024) faced 310 objections. 70-home appeal in Congresbury granted in November 2024 despite council refusal. Multiple proposals advancing via appeal process.
Why this matters: Green belt protection failing at appeal. Council often refuses but inspectors override on housing supply grounds.
Major Developments to Watch in North Somerset
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of North Somerset.
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What Makes Planning in North Somerset Different
- Local Plan 2041 in development (2026-2041 period)
- Council planning backlog worsened in 2024 - applicants asked to pause update requests
- Green Belt Assessments republished November 2025
Must deliver around 1,593 homes annually under NPPF. October 2023 Local Plan changes dropped green belt deletion plans but reduced housing targets by about 5,000 units.
Key Areas in North Somerset
Area between Bristol and coast. Major green belt pressure, especially around Weston-super-Mare and Bristol fringes. Former RAF碱base closures creating development opportunities.
Recent Planning Applications in North Somerset
Latest applications submitted to North Somerset council.
Non-Material Amendment to application 25/P/2337/FUL (Proposed demolition of existing derelict structure and erection of 1no. bespoke dwelling.) to allow for alteration to approved external materials, window design/placement and garden wall.
Former Cliffs Cafe Upper Kewstoke Road Weston-super-Mare
T1 - Cypress - Fell to ground
9 Severn Avenue Weston-super-Mare BS23 4DH
Proposed demolition of existing West conservatory to be replaced with a single storey extension, North conservatory to be replaced with a single storey extension. Removal of 3no. bay-windows and alteration of roofing to the Northern extension. Expansion of existing basement and raised patio with the formation of large external stairway. Erection of single storey front extension with partial garage conversion, single storey rear extension with terrace above, 2-storey front porch extension and enclosure of side canopy. Changes to external wall finishing and fenestration alterations throughout.
Havenwood Chelvey Batch Brockley BS48 3AP
Modification of section 106 legal agreement dated 07/04/2015 relating to planning permission 12/P/1266/OT2 to allow changes to the original obligation (as varied) in respect of specific plots on Phase 5b only, for charging purposes
Land South Of Churchland Way, Wolvershill Road Banwell Weston-super-Mare
Demolition of existing Dutch barn, conversion and extension of 2no. barns to create 1no. residential dwelling and detached garage with associated gardens alongside the change of use of agricultural access track to mixed residential and agricultural use.
Rolstone Manor West Rolstone Road Hewish Weston-super-Mare BS24 6UR
Official Planning Portal
View and search planning applications directly on the North Somerset council website.
Visit North Somerset planning portal →Objecting to a Planning Application in North Somerset
North Somerset 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 North Somerset'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 North Somerset Council inside the 21-day consultation window.
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- North Somerset council planning portal — planning.n-somerset.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 28 October 2026
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