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69 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Lancaster · updated daily · Lancaster City Council

Planning in Lancaster

Approved
82%
97 of 110 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lancaster in the last 24 months, from Lancaster City Council's planning register.

Decided by Lancaster City CouncilCouncil page

Around Lancaster

Postcode districts

LA1 312 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Lancaster City Council

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About Lancaster

Lancaster, located in Lancashire, England, serves as the primary cultural and economic centre of the City of Lancaster district. Situated on the River Lune and just inland from Morecambe Bay, it holds the title of county town, despite Lancashire County Council operating from Preston since 1889. This vibrant city is a key area for planning applications, offering a blend of historical significance and modern development opportunities. The city has a population of approximately 52,660 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lancaster district.

Lancaster sits at an elevation of 9 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 10.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Lancaster show an average sale price of £228,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lancaster planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lancaster, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 260 planning applications were submitted near Lancaster. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (36), listed building and heritage (28), discharge of conditions (26). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lancaster?
In the last 24 months, 260 planning applications were submitted near Lancaster. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lancaster?
The average planning decision time near Lancaster is 55 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Lancaster?
The planning approval rate near Lancaster is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lancaster?
The most common type of planning application near Lancaster is tree works applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lancaster?
You can search and track planning applications near Lancaster on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.