Lynway, Lynton, EX35 6AX

Pending EXM/26/106/LBC
Council
Date received
22 Apr 2026
Date validated
5 May 2026
Postcode
EX35 6AX

Description

Removal of late c20th thin stud walls internally to largely restore the building to its layout prior to 1969. Removal of some internal doors installed in the late c20th. Removal/replacement of non-consented plastic laminate floor coverings. Removal of a first floor kitchenette and bathroom. Creation of a new owner’s kitchen and utility room. Create new en-suite bathroom in former bedroom.

3.7/10
Planning Authority Score
#200 of 282

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

Exmoor is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #245 out of 282. 55% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (96%) than the national average (90%).

Exmoor decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
93%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #60 of 282
96%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #47 of 282
43%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #245 of 282
55%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #239 of 282
60%
Minor dwellings approved
5 decided (1-9 homes)
97%
Change of use approved
29 decided
161
Total decisions
12 refused in 2025