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Planning in Burton-in-Kendal

Approved
73%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burton-in-Kendal in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,472 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Lakeland district.

The area around Burton-in-Kendal has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burton-in-Kendal 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 Burton-in-Kendal, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Burton-in-Kendal. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burton-in-Kendal?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Burton-in-Kendal. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burton-in-Kendal?
The average planning decision time near Burton-in-Kendal is 77 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 Burton-in-Kendal?
The planning approval rate near Burton-in-Kendal is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burton-in-Kendal?
The most common type of planning application near Burton-in-Kendal is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burton-in-Kendal?
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