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Explore collected planning applications and decisions for Exeter City Council. Search an address, application reference or proposal to find a record.

Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates
537Searchable applications
192Recorded as pending
86%Approval rate · 278 approved or refused records
38Refused applications

240 approved · 38 refused · 11 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 17 Jan 2020 to 14 Sept 2026. Most recent record check: 16 Sept 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

Local planning information

Council sources checked 14 Sept 2026

Conservation areas and Article 4 directions

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Conservation areas20 mapped area records
Article 4 direction areas14 mapped area records1 identified HMO area records; remaining records unclassified

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  1. Permitted26/0694/FUL

    Incorporate basement flat into the main building to create an 8 bed HMO

    Basement 47A Old Tiverton Road Exeter EX4 6NG

    Received 13 May 2026
  2. Decided26/0697/LED

    Certificate of Lawfulness of existing use of the property as an HMO for 5 people (C4 Use).

    6 St Annes Road Exeter EX1 2QD

    Received 14 May 2026
  3. Refused26/0700/FUL

    Demolition of existing single-storey extension, erection of linked, single-storey, annexe.

    550 Topsham Road Exeter EX2 7DP

    Received 14 May 2026
  4. Permitted26/0702/CAT

    The tree is a Prunus Cerasifera growing at the front of 27 Wonford Road opposite the junction with Marlborough Road. The tree has now reached a height of approximately 10 meters. The upper branches are now getting entangled with the telephone lines from the GPO pole also outside 27 Wonford Road.The application is to remove deadwood from the tree and reduce the crown height by 1 metre.The removal of deadwood only from the Prunus � subhirtella.jpgThe contractor Mitchell Tree Surgery.

    27 Wonford Road Exeter EX2 4LH

    Received 14 May 2026
  5. Withdrawn26/0703/CAT

    Turkey Oak. The tree has evident rot pockets in main unions and has been pollarded before. We are looking to repollard back at the old points.

    Exeter College Further Education Hele Road Exeter EX4 4JS

    Received 14 May 2026
  6. Permitted26/0704/CAT

    G1 X 10 Leylandii trees Remove ten Leylandii trees situated along the Eastern boundary, which have arisen as a result of a lapsed hedge. G2 X 10 Remove ten Leylandii trees situated along the northern boundary, which have arisen as a result of a lapsed hedge. All stumps shall be ground out to enable replanting with 16x Western Red Cedar.Justification - The proposed works form part of a long-term management strategy to address excessive shading, poor hedge form, and the unsuitability of the existing Leylandii (Cuprocyparis leylandii) for their current location.The trees situated along the northern and eastern boundaries have originated from previously unmanaged hedge lines which have been allowed to develop into individual trees following the lapse of regular cyclical hedge maintenance. As a result, the trees have become excessively tall and dominant within the garden environment, causing significant shading and loss of natural light to the property and associated amenity areas.The Leylandii along the eastern boundary are also having an adverse impact on the adjacent railway corridor due to their size, density, and proximity to the boundary. Ongoing growth is likely to increase future management requirements and may contribute to concerns relating to encroachment, shading, and general maintenance adjacent to the railway infrastructure.The proposed removal works are considered appropriate arboricultural management to restore the boundary areas to a more suitable and sustainable condition. The trees offer limited individual arboricultural merit due to their origin as unmanaged hedge growth.The proposed works will:Improve natural light levels to the garden and property.Reduce excessive dominance and shading along the boundary areas.Prevent further encroachment and future management issues adjacent to the railway boundary.Allow for future replacement planting or more appropriate boundary management, if required.All works shall be carried out in accordance

    Northernhay Park Lodge New North Road Exeter EX4 4ET

    Received 14 May 2026
  7. Permitted26/0705/FUL

    First floor extension and remodelling of existing dwelling

    19 Argyll Road Exeter EX4 4RX

    Received 15 May 2026
  8. Permitted26/0707/FUL

    Re-roofing of house and garage. Installation of surface mounted PV panels to roof.

    4 Belvidere Road Exeter EX4 4RU

    Received 16 May 2026
  9. Permitted26/0708/LBC

    Repair of existing first floor arched window on rear with the replacement of rotten frame and bottom sash section to match existing design. New glazing in lower section to be conservation double glazed units.

    1 Bicton Place Exeter EX1 2PF

    Received 16 May 2026
  10. Permitted26/0709/FUL

    Rear, side infill extension to form kitchen and dining areas

    17 Waverley Avenue Exeter EX4 4NL

    Received 16 May 2026
  11. Permitted26/0710/FUL

    Proposed single storey side extension to replace existing conservatory

    8 Courtenay Gardens Exeter EX2 8UJ

    Received 16 May 2026
  12. Pending Consideration26/0711/FUL

    Hip to gable roof enlargement, rear flat roof dormer and single storey brick extension, 2x front roof lights and 2x windows at first floor level on southwest side elevation wall.

    45 Whipton Lane Exeter EX1 3DJ

    Received 17 May 2026
  13. Permitted26/0716/FUL

    Change of use of part of the building from B8 (storage/distribution) use to F.1 (education) use (excluding the existing Greggs which will remain in its current Class E use).

    Centurion Mill Business Park Kestrel Way Sowton Industrial Estate Exeter EX2 7LA

    Received 18 May 2026
  14. Permitted26/0717/CAT

    Tree 1 - Cherry Request to reduce height and spread of cherry by 1-2ft, take back to a suitable side branch, leaving a natural form at the customers desired size and shape. Thin canopy to allow more light through, remove crossing branches and water shoots.Tree 2 - Bay Desired option for T2 - request to remove bay tree and grind out stump. Replace tree with a native species.Alternative option for T2 - request to reduce height of bay by 2-3ft (no. 10s gutter height) and shorten sides by 2-3ft, take back to a suitable side branch, leaving a natural form. Crown lift to 7ft on higher side (NE), match in lower side (SW).Tree 3 - Crab apple Request to reduce crab apple in front garden by 3-4ft in height and shorten sides by 1-2ft, shorten back to a suitable side branch, leaving a tighter and natural form at the customers desired size and shape. Lightly thin canopy also. This work will reduce the overhanging branches over the public right of way.

    10 Parkfield Way Topsham EX3 0DP

    Received 18 May 2026
  15. Permitted26/0718/FUL

    Repairs to existing stone lintels serving attic dormer windows to the Gandy Street elevation, including temporary support, localised stone repairs, crack stitching, lime mortar repointing and associated leadwork repairs.

    23 Gandy Street Exeter EX4 3LS

    Received 18 May 2026
  16. Pending Consideration26/0720/FUL

    Construction of 299 'Build to Rent' residential apartments together with associated public realm, landscaping, car and cycle parking.

    The Old Coal Yard Exmouth Junction Mount Pleasant Road Exeter EX4 7AE

    Received 19 May 2026
  17. Decided26/0721/LPD

    Certificate of Lawfulness for the like for like rebuilding of a collapsed masonry chimney, including a new concrete pad foundation.

    2 River View Glasshouse Lane Exeter EX2 7BY

    Received 19 May 2026
  18. Permitted26/0722/VOC

    Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) of 24/0861/FUL (Two-storey rear extension) for amended plans to confirm accurate GIA.

    51 Argyll Road Exeter EX4 4RX

    Received 19 May 2026
  19. Permitted26/0723/LBC

    To create an opening between the kitchen and a reinstated dining room

    7 Mont Le Grand Exeter EX1 2PD

    Received 19 May 2026
  20. Permitted26/0724/CAT

    Monterey Cypress with broken branches, likely storm damage.Removal of hanging branch in northern crown. Crown lift to 6m above ground level on north, east, and west sides, including storm damaged branches

    1 Weirfield House Larkbeare Road Exeter EX2 4DJ

    Received 19 May 2026
  21. Decided26/0729/DIS

    Discharge condition 9 (Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan) and the statutory biodiversity gain condition of planning permission 25/0098/FUL - Partial demolition of the existing garden walls and workshops and construction of a part two, part three storey educational building for teaching and research use and associated landscaping, including temporary enabling works.

    Former Walled Garden Adjacent To Reed Mews Mardon Hill Exeter

    Received 20 May 2026
  22. Permitted26/0730/TPO

    T1 - Copper Beech - Prune the lateral growth on the eastern face of the tree, to gain a clearance from the building of 1.5 metres. Pruning cuts restricted to 4-6cm. Natural target pruning to appropriate growth points, no greater than third diameter of parent branches.Reasons - to prevent branches touching the property. There are currently a number of smaller branches that touch the property. This work will ensure that pruning work is restricted to small cuts sizes that should not affect the vigour, health, or aesthetic value of the tree.

    Ernsborough Court Fairpark Road Exeter EX2 4HL

    Received 20 May 2026
  23. Permitted26/0731/CAT

    T1 Cypress of the submitted MWA Arboricultural ReportWorks: Remove (fell) to ground level.S1 Cotinus of the submitted MWA Arboricultural ReportWorks: Remove (fell) to near ground level and treat stump to inhibit regrowth.Reason: Clay shrinkage subsidence damage at the subject property.Note: It is also intended that the works to S2 Pyracantha of the submitted MWA Arboricultural Report are carried out but it is deemed that no s.211 notification is necessary in this respect.

    12 Park Road Exeter EX1 2HP

    Received 20 May 2026
  24. Permitted26/0733/TPO

    The tree is T3 on the attached Tree Survey from 2025. A recent inspection of the tree has noted some dieback and dead wood. The recommendation is to lift the crown to 3m from the ground.

    9 Summer Lane Exeter EX4 8BY

    Received 20 May 2026

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