Burton-in-Kendal, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Burton-in-Kendal, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Burton-in-Kendal are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Burton-in-Kendal
Burton-in-Kendal is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the southern edge of Cumbria, England. With approximately 660 houses and a population that grew from 1,411 in 2001 to 1,497 in 2011, it offers a vibrant community. Strategically positioned along the A6070 road between Crooklands and Carnforth, the village lies midway between Lancaster and Kendal, nestled beneath the striking limestone outcrop of Farleton Knott, making it an interesting area for planning applications.
Population: 1,472 (2021)
District: South Lakeland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £332,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
- LSOA: South Lakeland 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Burton-in-Kendal.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burton-in-Kendal.
- 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 Burton-in-Kendal based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Burton-in-Kendal.
- - Hemplands Burton-In-Kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1NH
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear and side extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - 2 - 4 The Square East The Square Burton-in-Kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1LX
Application for the approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (Schedule of works and methodology) attached to Listed Building Consent 2024/2160/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - 4 Thornleigh Drive Burton-in-Kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1NQ
Proposed front and rear extensions including at first floor level with raised roof and detached double garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 11 & 12 Hutton Close Burton-in-kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1NR
Joint application for number 11 & 12 Single Storey Rear Extension: Number 11 single storey side extension; Number 12 change of front fenestration and loft conversion with rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Croft House The Square Burton-in-Kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1LX
T1) Ash; significant dieback throughout crown, sits atop boundary wall with adjacent field, fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - 2 The Square East The Square Burton-in-Kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1LX
Listed Building Consent to rake out cement and repoint the external walls at the front of the property using hot lime mortar.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - Land Adjacent to Burton MUGA Burton-in-kendal CARNFORTH LA6 1LZ
Permission in principle application for up to 9 dwellings and additional parking for recreation area and Royal Hotel.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-08-15
View full details - - 3 The Square East The Square Burton-in-Kendal Carnforth LA6 1LX
Application for Listed Building Consent to rake out and repoint the external walls using hot lime mortar, to repair damaged internal walls with lime plaster, and to renovate the lead lining of the hop
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-07-21
View full details - - Garden of Dalton House Burton Carnforth LA6 1NH
Application for Outline Planning Permission with some matters reserved for a single dwelling together with new access to Dalton House from Dalton Lane
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-04-12
View full details - - Chester House, Cocking Yard, Burton-In-Kendal, CARNFORTH, LA6 1LZ
Application for a non-material amendment following a grant of planning permission SL/2023/0042 (Change of use of ground floor butchers shop (Use class E) to a dwelling (Use class C3) (Part Retrospecti
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2023-11-13
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A brief summary of Burton-in-Kendal in Cumbria
Burton-in-Kendal is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the southern edge of Cumbria, England. With approximately 660 houses and a population that grew from 1,411 in 2001 to 1,497 in 2011, it offers a vibrant community. Strategically positioned along the A6070 road between Crooklands and Carnforth, the village lies midway between Lancaster and Kendal, nestled beneath the striking limestone outcrop of Farleton Knott, making it an interesting area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,472 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Lakeland district.
Property prices in Burton-in-Kendal show an average sale price of £332,400, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Burton-in-Kendal a particularly low-crime area.
Burton-in-Kendal has one conservation area within its boundaries: Burton. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Burton-in-Kendal includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Farleton Knott SSSI, Hutton Roof Crags SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay Pavements. 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 Burton-in-Kendal
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Burton-in-Kendal. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Burton-in-Kendal.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Burton-in-Kendal were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.