Search West Somerset planning applications

Search current and historic planning applications for the West Somerset area, published by Somerset Council - 44 applications in the last 90 days across 17 towns and areas and 7 postcode districts. Filter applications by date, status, development type, or number of homes, view them on the map, or create a free alert for new applications.

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2 Oct 2026 Registered 3/39/26/013

11 Butts Close, Williton, Taunton, TA4 4SB

Demolition of conservatory, erection of single-storey rear and side extensions, internal alterations and conversion of the existing garage to habitabl...

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
23 Sept 2026 Registered 3/37/26/010

The Laurels, Goviers Lane, Watchet, TA23 0EP

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of a single storey extension to the rear

Lawful Proposed (Web) West Somerset
18 Sept 2026 Registered 3/39/26/012

Land North of Transmitting Station,Washford,Williton,TA23 0JD

Variation of Condition No. 03 of application 3/39/21/028 for the relocation of substation and BESS, removal of some panels, additions to landscaping a...

Variation of conditions West Somerset
17 Sept 2026 Registered 3/36/26/003

Westcott House, Westcott Lane, Brompton Regis, Dulverton, Taunton, TA4 2JJ

Application for prior notification for the formation of access track to farm buildings

West Somerset
17 Sept 2026 Registered 3/36/26/002

Westcott House, Westcott Lane, Brompton Regis, Dulverton, Taunton, TA4 2JJ

Application for prior notification for the erection of an agricultural building to house animals and store agricultural supplies

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
15 Sept 2026 Registered 3/26/26/014

South Lodge, Cleeve Park, Old Cleeve, Watchet, Minehead, TA24 6HZ

Replacement of existing top layers of wheat thatch with water reed

Listed Building Consent West Somerset
15 Sept 2026 Registered 3/21/26/050

Field End, Hopcott Road, Minehead, TA24 6DU

Installation of bin storage units

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
14 Sept 2026 Awaiting decision 3/06/26/003

Land at Clatworthy E 303168 N 131901

Application to determine if prior approval is required for proposed excavations to form a below ground agricultural water storage tank

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
14 Sept 2026 Approved 2 Oct 3/30/26/004

Land adjacent to Surridge Farm, lane between Skilgate and Frogwell Cross, Skilgate, TA4 2DQ

Application for prior notification for the erection of an steel cover extension to agricultural building

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
7 Sept 2026 Registered 3/21/26/056

8 Quarry Close, Alcombe, Minehead, TA24 6EE

Formation of parking area in rear garden to include new access onto highway

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
4 Sept 2026 Approved 4 Sep 2023 3/31/23/012

Apple Tree House, Sheepstealing Lane, Elworthy, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, TA4 3QF

Conversion and extension of existing outbuilding to habitable accommodation and connection to dwelling

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
2 Sept 2026 Registered 3/26/26/011

Binham Grange, Old Cleeve, Watchet, Minehead, TA24 6HX

Installation of replacement uPVC rainwater goods with cast iron, and new downpipe positions. Repairs to existing windows and doors

Listed Building Consent West Somerset
28 Aug 2026 Registered 3/18/26/002

Mill Lodge, Sea Lane, Kilve, TA5 1EB

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of a single storey extension to the rear

Lawful Proposed (Web) West Somerset
27 Aug 2026 Registered 3/07/26/013

Tythe Barn Cottage, Crowcombe Road, Crowcombe, Taunton, TA4 4AQ

Proposed conversion of garage to form granny annex

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
26 Aug 2026 Registered 3/16/26/004

Bowling Green Cottage, Hodders Combe Road, Holford, Bridgwater, TA5 1SA

Erection of a single storey extension to the west elevation

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
25 Aug 2026 Registered 3/18/26/003

Land to the east of Higher Hill Stables, Kilve, TA5 1SR

Consent under Section 37 of the Electricity Act 1989 for a proposed third overhead line between poles 21EALA8 and 21EALA11

Form B - Overhead/Electricity West Somerset
25 Aug 2026 Registered 3/21/26/052

27 Combeland Road, Alcombe, Minehead, TA24 6BT

Proposed erection of a single storey side extension to form annex

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
24 Aug 2026 Registered 3/21/26/051

41 West Street, Minehead, TA24 5EJ

Erection of a single-storey flat-roofed rear extension and raised decked area (works already undertaken)

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
24 Aug 2026 Registered 3/38/26/005

Brendons, Staple Lane, West Quantoxhead, Taunton, TA4 4DE

Installation of roof mounted solar PV panels

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
24 Aug 2026 Approved 2 Oct 3/32/26/015

Marshgrass, Gorpit Lane, Stolford, Stogursey, Bridgwater, TA5 1TW

Insertion of single roof light on the south elevation

Listed Building Consent West Somerset
21 Aug 2026 Registered 3/21/26/048

47 Parkhouse Road, Minehead, TA24 8AD

Removal of existing flat roofs and construction of replacement pitched roofs, including continuation of the existing main roof over the utility room, ...

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
21 Aug 2026 Registered 3/21/26/049

Flat 1, Chapel House, Periton Road, Minehead, TA24 8DX

Erection of first floor side extension on the west elevation with erection of lean-to canopy roof on the south elevation and associated alterations to...

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
19 Aug 2026 Awaiting decision 3/11/26/002

Townsend Farm, Williton To Bridgwater Road, East Quantoxhead, Nether Stowey TA5 1EH

Application for prior notification for the erection of an agricultural building with access track

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
13 Aug 2026 Refused 9 Sep 3/17/26/003

The Old Rectory, Hollands Lane, Huish Champflower, Wiveliscombe, TA4 2EF

Application for prior notification for the erection of an agricultural building to provide secure storage for agricultural vehicles and equipment.

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
12 Aug 2026 Approved 2 Oct 3/09/26/001

Hazelcombe, 12 Battleton, Dulverton, TA22 9HT

Installation of 3 No. opening vents in glazing on roof to the rear

Listed Building Consent West Somerset
11 Aug 2026 Awaiting decision 3/21/26/044

Cedar Wood Chalet, Duster Lodge, Manor Road, Minehead, TA24 6EW

Replacement of 1 No. single storey chalet and car port with 1 No. two storey dwelling and erection of detached garage

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
11 Aug 2026 Approved 5 Oct 3/21/26/045

2 Church Farm Cottages, Church Road, Minehead, TA24 5JR

Replacement of current chipboard flooring, polystyrene insulation and modern, bitumen coated, concrete slab with Limestone flags and breathable lime m...

Listed Building Consent West Somerset
6 Aug 2026 Approved 21 Sep 3/16/26/003

GE Mare Farm, Williton to Bridgwater Road, Nether Stowey, TA5 1DU

Application for prior notification for the erection of an agricultural building to store farm machinery and equipment

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
6 Aug 2026 Approved 2 Oct 3/07/26/011

Lawford Cottage, Stickle Hill, Crowcombe, Taunton, TA4 4AL

Erection of a first floor bedroom extension over the kitchen, partial demolition of a conservatory and single storey rear extension and erection of a ...

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
3 Aug 2026 Registered 3/39/26/009

Library, Killick Way, Williton, TA4 4PY

Change of use from Library to a mixed use civic building to include administrative offices, council chamber, publicly accessible toilets and staff fac...

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
3 Aug 2026 Registered 3/21/26/046

Cherry Trees, 12 Glenmore Road, Minehead, TA24 5BQ

Removal of part of boundary wall to provide vehicle access

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
30 Jul 2026 Approved 1 Oct 3/17/26/002

Washbattle Mill Cottage, New House Plain, Huish Champflower, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, TA4 HJ

Erection of replacement single storey extension and installation of rooflights on the west elevation, plus creation of detached annex

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
30 Jul 2026 Registered 3/32/26/014

Lawsons Burgage, Little Lukes Lane, Shurton, Stogursey, Bridgwater, TA5 1QL

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate to confirm that building works lawfully commenced before planning permission 3/32/23/003 expired

Lawful Dev Certificate Existing West Somerset
23 Jul 2026 Approved 15 Sep 3/21/26/043

Telecommunications Mast (Site Som061) Beacon Wood, Beacon Road, Minehead

Application for Prior Approval for proposed installation of a permanent backup generator

Prior Approval (Telecommunications) West Somerset
22 Jul 2026 Approved 17 Aug 3/12/26/002

Hartrow Farm, Hartrow Gate Cross to Willett Hill Cross, Elworthy, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, TA4 3PZ

Application for prior notification for the erection of an agricultural building for machinery,equipment hay and straw storage

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
22 Jul 2026 Approved 17 Aug 3/02/26/005

Westcott Farm, Forches Cross to Brompton Ralph, Brompton Ralph, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, TA4 2SF

Application for prior notification of an agricultural development for improved access to agricultural land

Prior Approval (Agriculture/Forestry) West Somerset
16 Jul 2026 Approved 17 Sep 3/21/26/039

29 Blenheim Road, Minehead, TA24 5PZ

Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of single storey flat roof rear extension forming enlarged kitchen and snug area.

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
15 Jul 2026 Approved 25 Sep 3/21/26/040

Vennland Business Park, Mart Road, Minehead, TA24 5BJ

Erection of a single storey extension to the side

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
15 Jul 2026 Registered VSC/21/26/001

Land off Hopcott Road, Minehead

Application for Modification or Discharge of a Planning Obligation (Section 106 Agreement) to address the level of affordable housing on site pursuant...

Variation of a Section 106 Agreement West Somerset
14 Jul 2026 Registered 3/33/26/003

Land east of Kilton Lane, Kilton, TA5 1ST

Variation of Condition No's. 02, 03, 04 and 05 of application 3/33/23/003 for changes to site layout and individual barn designs

Variation of conditions West Somerset
14 Jul 2026 Withdrawn 24 Aug 3/37/26/009

22 Flowerdale Road, Watchet, TA23 0DX

Application for a Lawful development Certificate for the existing erection of a single storey enclosed walkway to the rear

Lawful Dev Certificate Existing West Somerset
13 Jul 2026 Approved 17 Sep 3/07/26/010

The Bungalow, Crowcombe Road, Crowcombe, Bishops Lydeard, TA4 4AE

Replacement of pantile roof with natural slate and replacement of porch

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
13 Jul 2026 Awaiting decision 3/21/26/036

9 Blenheim Road, Minehead, TA24 5PZ

Change of use of basement office into 1 No. dwelling

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
13 Jul 2026 Approved 7 Sep 3/33/26/002

Steepholme, 1 Kilton Road, Kilton, Kilve, Nether Stowey, TA5 1ST

Erection of a single storey extension to the side and replacement of detached garage with a single storey annexe

Full Planning Permission West Somerset
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54daysmedian to decide2 days slower than UK
62%decided within 8 weeks8 pts below UK
90%approvedUK average
226of 366UK rank for speedup 23 places on last year

166 decisions in the 12 months to September 2026 · fewer than 1% went to committee. Days run from validation to decision, the clock councils report against; Plota live figures.

Frequently asked questions

How long does West Somerset take to decide a planning application?
Across the 166 applications West Somerset decided in the last 12 months, the median time from validation to decision was 54 days, and 62% were decided within 8 weeks. The UK median over the same period is 52 days.
What proportion of planning applications does West Somerset approve?
90% of the applications West Somerset decided in the last 12 months were approved. Withdrawn applications are not counted as decisions.
Where does this planning application data come from?
Every application on this page comes from West Somerset's public planning register (www1.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk). Plota collects it, adds a map location and a category, and links each record back to the council's own entry, which is the authoritative version.
How often is this page updated?
Plota checks West Somerset's register every day and adds new applications, status changes and decisions as the council publishes them. The register was last checked on 7 Oct 2026.
Where can I see the plans and documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports are held on West Somerset's own website. Where the council publishes a document list, it appears on the application's page here with each item linking to the council's copy; otherwise the "View original council record" link on every application opens the council's entry.

About this data

Plota holds 211 current planning applications from West Somerset, received since 17 Jul 2023, 44 of them in the last 90 days. Behind them, the Plota archive holds 4,080 earlier applications from West Somerset, 2016 to 2025, searchable by location and keyword. Current records are collected from the council's public register at www1.somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk and checked every day; the last check was on 7 Oct 2026. Each record carries the council's reference, address, proposal, dates, status and decision, with a map location and Plota's classification by type and procedure added. The council's own record is the authoritative version; every entry here links to it.

Latest application from West Somerset: 1 Oct 2026. We check the council's portal daily.