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Planning in Botcherby

Approved
96%
23 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Botcherby

Botcherby is a suburb of Carlisle in Cumbria, England, previously recognized as a village. Situated east of the River Petteril, it lies to the south of where the River Petteril meets the River Eden, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development within the city.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Botcherby area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Botcherby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Botcherby has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Botcherby 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Botcherby, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Botcherby. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), full planning applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Botcherby?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Botcherby. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Botcherby?
The average planning decision time near Botcherby is 82 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 Botcherby?
The planning approval rate near Botcherby is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Botcherby?
The most common type of planning application near Botcherby is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Botcherby?
You can search and track planning applications near Botcherby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.