Search Bowston planning applications
79 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Bowston · updated daily · Westmorland and Furness Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Whitefoot Close Burneside KENDAL LA9 6RBRefusedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed siting of two caravans ancillary to the enjoyment of the dwellingLawful Development Certificate - Proposed UseReceived 13 May 2026Decided 26 Aug 20262026/0987/LDPR
- Tolson Hall Burneside Kendal LA9 5SEApprovedListed Building Consent for external alterations, removal of external stair enclosure, removal of garage block including part conversion to covered storage space, associated hard landscaping, erection of new porch, and internal works.Listed Building ConsentReceived 31 Mar 2025Decided 9 Sep 20252025/0631/LBC
- Tolson Hall Burneside KENDAL LA9 5SEApprovedExternal alterations, removal of external stair enclosure, removal of garage block including part conversion to covered storage space, associated hard landscaping, erection of new porch, and internal works.HouseholderReceived 31 Mar 2025Decided 10 Sep 20252025/0706/HOU
- Land adjoining Meadow View Bowston KENDAL LA8 9HBApprovedElectricity Act 1989 Overhead Lines (Exemption) (England and Wales) Regulations 2009 notification of emergency works to alter a low voltage existing electric lineOverhead Electricity LineReceived 27 Nov 2024Decided 23 Dec 20242024/2248/OHLI
- Hill Barn Sharps Lane Burneside Kendal Cumbria LA9 5SFApprovedVariation of condition 8 (contamination) attached to planning permission SL/2021/0220 (Restoration and conversion of field barn to self contained off grid accommodation)Full ApplicationReceived 22 Nov 2024Decided 30 Dec 20242024/2216/FPA
Planning in Bowston
Only 7 decisions near Bowston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bowston in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.
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Around Bowston
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LA8 119 applications in the last 12 monthsLA9 198 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council
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About Bowston
Bowston is a charming village in Cumbria, located approximately 4 miles north of Kendal along the picturesque River Kent. The village features a historic Grade II listed bridge, likely dating back to the 17th century, which adds to its character. Additionally, a rare Victorian-era postbox can be found at the junction of Burneside Road and Potter Fell Road, making Bowston a notable area for those interested in local heritage and planning considerations. It sits within the Strickland Ketel district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bowston 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 Bowston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Bowston has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bowston 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 Bowston, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bowston.
The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).