How many planning applications are there in Torbay?

We recorded 298 planning applications in Torbay in the last 90 days, of which 142 were approved and 25 refused. The figures are counted from Torbay Council's own public register and update weekly.

Can I get planning application leads for Torbay?

Yes. A free Just Granted account shows every application we hold for Torbay, and the £39 a month plan includes 30 printed letters to applicants, then £1.20 each.

Does this page show who applied in Torbay?

No. Applicant names and addresses never appear on a public page. We show what was proposed, what was decided and when.

Planning applications in Torbay

Decided by Torbay Council, english unitary authority. Part of Devon.

A flat overhead site plan of a street of generic building plots with one plot picked out.

298 applications in the last 90 days Measured

142 of them approved

25 refused

65 days typical time from validation to decision Median of the decisions we hold

Applications a week for the last 12 weeks — busiest week 27. Measured

27 Jul 2026 12 Oct 2026

Jobs on the register in Torbay

Newest first, straight from Torbay Council's public register — what was proposed and what happened to it. We never publish who applied or where they live — that is what an account is for.

5 Day Notice Sycamore in G2 - Removal of decayed stem to 4m. Approved Received 12 Oct 2026 Decided 13 Oct 2026
1 x oak - remove split limb. 1 x pine - clear fallen section across footpath and dismantle/fell section still standing to ground level. Approved Received 9 Oct 2026 Decided 13 Oct 2026
Variation of Conditions relating to application P/2025/0814: Formation of single storey extension to rear (north-east) elevation with creation of terrace space over. Conditions: 01 - Materials, P1 - Approved Plans. Vari… Awaiting decision Received 6 Oct 2026
Alterations and two storey extension to form new dwelling. Awaiting decision Received 5 Oct 2026
Installation of fixed line broadband apparatus. Awaiting decision Received 2 Oct 2026
Formation of single-storey rear extension, replacement balcony & associated landscaping. Awaiting decision Received 1 Oct 2026
Installation of balcony to lounge, with composite decking and opaque glazing to two elevations. Awaiting decision Received 30 Sep 2026
Removal of existing lean-to side extensions and rear conservatory. Infill rear extension and installation of new roof, including internal alterations. Awaiting decision Received 29 Sep 2026
Formation of garden room to rear garden. Awaiting decision Received 28 Sep 2026
Formation of first floor side extension over existing ground floor extension. Awaiting decision Received 28 Sep 2026
Loft conversion, with installation of two front facing dormers. Awaiting decision Received 25 Sep 2026
Two pitched roof dormer to the front, changes to fenestration and installation of off-street parking. Awaiting decision Received 25 Sep 2026

That is 12 of 298. A free account shows every one of them, filtered how you like.

Where Torbay is on the map. 1 district shaded on applications we hold. Measured

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Contains OS data (c) Crown copyright and database right 2025. Source: Office for National Statistics licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0. Open Government Licence v3.0.

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