Porth Beach Hotel Alexandra Road Newquay Cornwall TR7 3NB

Awaiting decision PA26/02094
Council
Date received
21 Apr 2026
Date validated
21 Apr 2026
Postcode
TR7 3NB

Description

Proposed new private access, terrace enhancements and one new fascia sign and two projecting static internally illuminated signs

7.1/10
Planning Authority Score
#41 of 282

Council-wide context — figures cover all householder decisions across the authority, not this specific application.

Cornwall ranks #112 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 97% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

Cornwall decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
93%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #58 of 282
97%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #26 of 282
77%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #112 of 282
37%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #112 of 282
84%
Minor dwellings approved
1258 decided (1-9 homes)
90%
Major dwellings approved
70 decided (10+ homes)
93%
Change of use approved
182 decided
4,956
Total decisions
367 refused in 2025