Burrells, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Burrells, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Burrells are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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 006C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
16 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: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - North View Burrells APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND CA16 6EG
Erection of an extension to dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - North View Burrells Appleby-in-westmorland CA16 6EG
Change of use of agricultural land to equestrian and formation of riding arena.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-11-27
View full details - - 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
View full details - - HILLTOP, BURRELLS, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, CA16 6EG
Proposed sunroom extension and retrospective creation of access and gable end store room roof extension.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2019-02-04
View full details - - NORTH VIEW, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
Change of use of agricultural field to form additional residential garden.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2018-08-08
View full details - - ASHLEA FARM, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
Creation of a new access point and track to existing farmland.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2014-10-22
View full details - - WILLOW TREE COTTAGE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
Provision of a concrete hard standing and the erection of a concrete garage with apex roof.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2014-10-13
View full details - - 1 BANDLEYSIDE COTTAGE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, CA16 6EG
Non material minor amendment to planning approval 11/1067 comprising of the use of light oak UPVC windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2012-08-22
View full details - - CHERRY TREE COTTAGE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of sun lounge extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2011-12-05
View full details - - HIGH BURRELLS, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
Installation of 16 ground mounted solar panels.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2011-10-18
View full details - - 2 BANDLEY COTTAGE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, CA16 6EG
Proposed solar panels to roof.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2011-06-21
View full details - - NORTH VIEW, BURRELLS, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, CA16 6EG
Re-roofing of poultry manure store.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2008-09-23
View full details - - 1 BURRELLS HOUSE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
New slate roof to existing rear utility single leaf extension and SW white paint sun lounge extension to end elevation internal alterations (attic store).
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2006-06-09
View full details - - WILLOW TREE COTTAGE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, CA16 6EG
Construction of side extension to provide ancillary accommodation including provision of rooms in the roofplace.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2005-06-29
View full details - - 1 BURRELLS LODGE, BURRELLS, APPLEBY, CA16 6EG
Conservatory.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2004-09-24
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A brief summary of Burrells in Cumbria
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.
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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burrells 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.
Planning Activity in Burrells
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Burrells. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 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 period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Burrells were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Hoff planning applications
- Appleby-in-Westmorland planning applications
- Great Ormside planning applications
- Little Ormside planning applications
- Colby planning applications
- Coupland planning applications
- Drybeck planning applications
- Brackenber planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.