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

Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates

8,401Searchable applications

361Recorded as pending

91%Approval rate · 7,418 approved or refused records

634Refused applications

6,784 approved · 634 refused · 468 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 24 Dec 1980 to 7 Oct 2026. Most recent record check: 12 Oct 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

Local planning information

Council sources checked 14 Sept 2026

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Council contacts

Planning enquiriesplanning@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk Council source

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Conservation areas and Article 4 directions

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Conservation areas39 mapped area records

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More application records

Approved2020/00775/6/CD
Discharge of Condition 6. (Noise Attenuation External Noise (scheme)) for planning ref 2020/00775/OUT - Residential development at the former sidings, Ffordd y Mileniwm along with associated infrastructure and open space
Former Railway Sidings, Ffordd y Mileniwm, Barry
Received 8 Oct 2024
Approved2022/01003/TCA
Work to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area : Ash Group (T1 on map) Rear Boundary Beech Road - Fell ash in stage 2/3 that leans over garden and remove deadwood from remaining group over 25mm in diameter that could fall onto road. Various (G2 on map) Overhanging Beech Road - Crown Raise all to 5.5m above ground level, remove deadwood over 25mm in diameter over the road
5, Beach Road, Penarth
Received 8 Sept 2022
Approved2022/00846/1/CD
Discharge of Condition 4. (Wall details) for planning ref 2022/00846/FUL - Proposed extensions and alterations to dwelling. Demolition of existing garage and replacement garage and home office space above and alterations to main parking area. at Chy Avallon, Church Road, Llanblethian, Cowbridge
Chy Avallon, Church Road, Llanblethian, Cowbridge
Received 16 Feb 2026
Approved2022/00503/FUL
Fit 2 no. Velux rooflights to rear roof. Retrospective application for rear porch and side store due to removal of permitted development rights
1, Pioden For, Barry
Received 14 Apr 2022
Refused2025/00976/FUL
Change of use of land from private livery yard to commercial Yard for training Event horses and riders with Livery. 12 stables, 3 hay / storage barns, horse walker and temporary dwelling (log cabin) for a rural enterprise worker 3 years).
Gwreiddyn Farm, Logwood Hill, Peterson super Ely
Received 30 Sept 2025
Approved2021/01462/LAW
Roof alteration to create new dormer window to match existing at rear of property
72, Cog Road, Sully
Received 7 Oct 2021
Refused2026/00350/1/NMA
Non-Material Amendment for alterations to rear windows, including a new bi-fold door, and a raised patio of Planning Approval 2026/00350/FUL: Loft conversion with rear dormer, internal & external remodelling plus new driveway and vehicular crossover
36 Elfed Avenue, Penarth
Received 4 Sept 2026
Approved2026/00529/FUL
Change of use of existing garage to annexed accommodation. A studio with shower room. To install a glazed balustrade on the roof of the existing garage roof to be used as a first floor terrace. To install an external staircase to the rear of the dwelling to access the proposed first floor terrace.
23, West Farm Road, Ogmore By Sea
Received 9 Jul 2026
Approved2019/01041/3/NMA
Non Material Amendment - Amendment to condition 13. Planning permission ref: 2019/01041/RG3 - Construction of a replacement secondary school building at the site of the existing Pencoedtre High School, sports facilities, and associated works (including landscaping, access and engineering works) along with the demolition of the existing secondary school building
Pencoedtre High School, Merthyr Dyfan Road, Barry
Received 26 Jan 2023
Approved2021/00363/1/CD
Discharge of Condition 10 (Bat lighting scheme details). Planning approval 2021/00363/RG3 - Demolition of existing bowling pavilion and adjacent ancillary buildings, and removal of 3 no. existing trees. Construction of new shared use community building and associated external works to create level pedestrian access at Belle Vue Pavilion, Albert Crescent, Penarth
Belle View Park, Belle Vue Terrace, Penarth
Received 13 Dec 2021
Approved2022/00707/FUL
External: Remove marketing and made good where required, all to match existing; Remove ATM's, make good, and fill in the wall to match the existing facade / windows; Retain and cover up night safe; Retain and seal letterbox; All marketing behind glazing to be removed. Internal: Removal of marketing units; Remove loose furniture; Remove counters and internal ATM and self-service machines; Tidy and deep clean throughout.
Natwest, 2, Plymouth Road, Penarth
Received 14 Jun 2022
Approved2025/01127/ADV
Installation of fascia signs, projecting sign and menu board
Former Public Conveniences, Friars Road, Nells Point Barry Island
Received 10 Nov 2025
Conditions Partially Determined (Approved only)2020/01374/3/CD
DIscharge Condition 5 of planning Permssion 2020/01374/FUL-Single storey side and rear extension and alteration works
Double Cottage, Coldbrook Road West, Barry
Received 12 Apr 2022
Refused2025/00694/FUL
Loft conversion with minimum raising of existing ridge and dormer to rear.
28 Elm Grove Road, Dinas Powys
Received 10 Jul 2025
Approved2021/01237/RG3
Climbing frame to be installed to replace an existing unit of similar size
Playground, Belle View Park, Belle Vue Terrace, Penarth
Received 18 Aug 2021
Withdrawn2022/00359/FUL
Single storey side extension with balcony above
South Lodge, Marine Parade, Penarth
Received 17 Mar 2022
Approved2022/00646/FUL
Two storey side extension with single storey rear extension plus all associated works
2A, Elfed Avenue, Penarth
Received 20 May 2022
Approved2022/00278/3/CD
Discharge of Condition 5 (CEMP). Planning permission reference 2022/00278/RG3 - Transport interchange to integrate bus and rail travel. The transport interchange will utilise the existing council ground level car park area to the east of the Docks offices, creating a circulatory route for buses and taxis, with a central landscaped area with seating, cycle stands and allowing for potential cycle hub / cafe unit and 'Next-bikes' in the future (this would be a separate planning application). The scheme will also have secure cycle lockers and future proof for electric vehicle charging of both buses and taxis. New bus shelters with interactive displays, and new LED lighting to current standards will also be installed
Dock Office, Subway Road, Barry
Received 20 Dec 2022
Approved2025/01161/TPO
Work to tree(s) covered by a Tree Preservation Order No 14 of 1973 - Fell Thuja placata and grind out stump.
39 Cardiff Road, Dinas Powys
Received 19 Nov 2025
Approved2025/01235/FUL
Alteration to an existing house with a new flat roof balcony area, open plan layout and re-thermalisation of an out-building to become a 1 bed annexe and a storage room attached.
Graig Ddu, 93 Main Road, Ogmore By Sea
Received 30 Nov 2025
Approved2022/00397/1/CD
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Materials Details), 11 (CEMP), 12 (CTMP), 15 (Pre Construction Condition Survey) and 19 (Public Open Space/LAP). Planning permission ref: 2022/00397/RG3 - Phase Two of the residential development of 31 no. affordable housing units and associated works
Land North of Holm View Leisure Centre, Barry
Received 11 Apr 2023
Approved2021/00698/FUL
Addition of outside serving space and storage
Bay 5 Coffee, Old Lifeguard Station, Promenade, Barry Island
Received 14 May 2021
Approved2025/01258/FUL
Proposed extension, alterations and creation of additional floor with rear balcony to existing dwelling.
Silverdene, Trehedyn Lane, Peterston Super Ely
Received 9 Dec 2025
Approved2024/00931/FUL
Take down the existing outbuilding and replace with a smaller outbuilding.
20, Porthkerry Road, Barry
Received 10 Oct 2024

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These figures describe applications collected by PlanningTrack for Vale of Glamorgan Council, across all dates currently available. They are a partial dataset, rather than an authority-wide performance measure. The date range does not establish continuous historical coverage.

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