Planning Applications in
Teignbridge
Teignbridge has a population of approximately 138548 and is part of the South West region. Search any postcode in Teignbridge 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 Teignbridge
Based on 962 applications tracked between 2026-01-12 and 2026-09-02.
Full
28% of all applications
Unknown
16% of all applications
Householder
11% of all applications
Tree Works
10% of all applications
Conditions
9% of all applications
Outline
6% of all applications
Teignbridge Planning Statistics
Data period: 2026-01-12 to 2026-09-02 · Updated 2 September 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Teignbridge
PlanWatch currently holds 962 Teignbridge planning records across 604 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2026-01-12 to 2026-09-02. The most common categories in this dataset are Full (265), Householder (103), Tree Works (95).
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 Teignbridge
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Teignbridge area.
Wolborough Development (NA3 Site)
2023Vistry Homes proposed 1,200 homes on edge of Newton Abbot at Wolborough, including school and care homes. Decade-long dispute over environmental impact on Wolborough Fen SSSI (rare wetland). Council opposed, citing risks to fen hydrology. Stop notice issued April 2025 but expired, work resumed. Public inquiry scheduled April 2026.
Why this matters: Shows tension between housing need and environmental protection. Developer resources vs council legal capacity is unequal.
Teignbridge Planning Department Scandal
2025Routine complaint escalated to reveal alleged systemic issues: data breaches, conflicts of interest, regulatory capture. Unlawful obstruction of evidence access, misleading tribunals. ICO, auditors, professional institutes allegedly failed to act. Potential 'protection rackets' exposed.
Why this matters: Demonstrates that planning department governance issues can exist. Importance of whistleblowing and oversight.
Major Developments to Watch in Teignbridge
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Teignbridge.
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What Makes Planning in Teignbridge Different
- Stop notice issued to Vistry in 2025 but expired. Devon Wildlife Trust opposed. Natural England approved developer's environmental data (disputed).
Population 138,548 (2024). Area 674 km². Density 205.6/km². 8.5% growth 2011-2021.
Key Areas in Teignbridge
District in Devon with mix of coastal, rural, and growing urban areas. Second-largest population in Devon. Major environmental sensitivity around protected wetlands.
Recent Planning Applications in Teignbridge
Latest applications submitted to Teignbridge council.
Notification of intention to instal a group of bus shelters in the Dawlish area, two of which fall within the conservation area. Can put solar interior lighting inside but would not illuminate any potential ad panel to leave it as a daytime poster display.
Various Bus Shelters Around Dawlish EX7 0NR
Holly - Safety clearance works of 1-1.5m around voltage lines
Cross Cottage Mary Street Bovey Tracey TQ13 9HQ
Tree of Heaven - Safety clearance works of 1.5-2m around voltage lines retaining any primary branches or main stems within the 2m
Meliora Furzeleigh Lane Bovey Tracey TQ13 9HJ
Shorten the length of a small section of conifer hedge
Lang Barn Farm Combeinteignhead TQ12 4RD
Front extension, alterations at ground and first floor level, reduction in size of existing balcony and erection of domestic garage
Hara Dainton Devon TQ12 5TZ
Official Planning Portal
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Teignbridge 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 Teignbridge'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 Teignbridge Council inside the 21-day consultation window.
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- Teignbridge council planning portal — publicaccess.teignbridge.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 2 September 2026
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