How long do planning decisions take near Burrells?

The average planning decision time near Burrells is 56 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 Burrells?

The planning approval rate near Burrells is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burrells?

The most common type of planning application near Burrells is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burrells?

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Burrells, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burrells, Cumbria.

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About Burrells

Burrells is a quaint hamlet situated in the civil parish of Hoff, within the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Nestled just south of Appleby-in-Westmorland and accessible via the B6260, this location offers potential for various planning applications, catering to both residential and community developments in a picturesque rural setting.

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: Eden 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burrells.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burrells.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Burrells based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Burrells.

- North View Burrells Appleby-in-westmorland CA16 6EG
Erection of a shed and replacement and extension of existing shed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-04-14
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- North View Burrells APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND CA16 6EG
Erection of an extension to dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-12
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- The Burrells Burrells Appleby-in-westmorland CA16 6EG
Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed replacement sunroom to side elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-07-10
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- 2 Burrells House Burrells Appleby-in-Westmorland CA16 6EG
Listed Building Consent for the replacement of 4no hardwood double glazed casement windows with hardwood double glazed sash windows.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Burrells in Cumbria

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Burrells a particularly low-crime area.

Burrells has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Appleby, Settle-Carlisle Railway. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Burrells includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Burrells Quarry SSSI, River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Burrells

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Burrells. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Burrells may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Burrells were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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