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Planning in Chestnut Hill

Approved
87%
45 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Chestnut Hill

Chestnut Hill is a suburb of Keswick, England, situated along the A591 road. Notable features include the Nether Place Nursing Home and Claremont House, a historic 19th-century lodge recognized as an AA 4 diamond hotel, making the area an attractive consideration for planning applications related to residential and hospitality developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chestnut Hill 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 Chestnut Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Chestnut Hill has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chestnut Hill 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 Chestnut Hill, 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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Chestnut Hill. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were tree works (25), full planning applications (22), outline applications (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chestnut Hill?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Chestnut Hill. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chestnut Hill?
The average planning decision time near Chestnut Hill is 54 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 Chestnut Hill?
The planning approval rate near Chestnut Hill is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chestnut Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Chestnut Hill is tree works applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chestnut Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Chestnut Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.