Coleby (LN5), Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Coleby (LN5), Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Coleby (LN5) are administered by North Kesteven District Council. View the full North Kesteven District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Coleby (LN5)
Coleby is a village in Lincolnshire known for its picturesque setting and community spirit. Its proximity to larger towns makes it attractive for residential development, while the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for sustainable planning initiatives. Researchers exploring planning applications in Coleby will find a blend of historical charm and modern development potential, making it a noteworthy area for future projects.
Population: 416 (2021)
District: North Kesteven
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £212,692 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Kesteven
- Parliamentary constituency: Sleaford and North Hykeham
- LSOA: North Kesteven 006C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Coleby (LN5).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coleby (LN5).
- 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 Coleby (LN5) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Coleby (LN5).
- 26/0773/TCA · Received: Thu 18 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 19 Jun 2026 - Cottage By The Green 1 Hill Rise Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AE
One golden conifer (golden / Thuja mix). Approx height 5m. Approx DBH (1.5m above ground): 30cm - Fell to ground level (150-300mm above ground) and grind out the stump. Reason: Conifer is in an unsuit
Status: Undecided | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-06-19 - - Cottage By The Green 1 Hill Rise Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AE
One golden conifer (golden / Thuja mix). Approx height 5m. Approx DBH (1.5m above ground): 30cm - Fell to ground level (150-300mm above ground) and grind out the stump. Reason: Conifer is in an unsuit
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - 26/0592/TCA · Received: Thu 14 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 14 May 2026 - 2 Dovecote Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AD
T1 Prunus to reduce the height from 9m to 6m Cherry tree T2 Prunus to reduce the height from 8m to 6m T3 FELL. Remove self seeded elderberry tree which is growing into the telephone lines
Status: Undecided | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-05-14 - - The Lodge Grantham Road Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AP
T101 Horse Chestnut - Fell. See application for details.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Owls Hoot Blind Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AL
T1 Beech - Radial reduction by 2m leaving height at 11m and width at 6m. T2 Acer - Remove annotated limb. Thin canopy by 20% and reduce remaining canopy by 3m radially. T3 Conifer x3 - Remove to groun
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - Pantiles Rectory Road Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AJ
T1 - Cherry - Reduce all round by approx. 1.5m and thin epicormic growth from previous cuts. T2 - Whitebeam - Reduce all round by approx. 1.5m. T3 - Acer/Sycamore - Reduce all round by approx. 2m. T4
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-02-28
View full details - - Owls Hoot Blind Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AL
Conversion of domestic garage to catering kitchen with associated change of use
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Harvest Cottage 11 Church Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AQ
T1 - Silver Birch - Remove all new water shoots T2 - Apple - Remove all new water shoots / epicormic growth T3 - Yew - Trim new regrowth and reshape into "Gerkin" shape
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Coleby C Of E Primary School Rectory Road Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AJ
Application to discharge condition 4 (landscaping scheme) re planning permission 24/1320/FUL (Rebuilding of boundary wall between school and the private residential property referred to on plan as Mil
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 25 & 27 Blind Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AL
Group A x4 Self set trees - Full removal (in applicant boundary). Tree B - Full removal (in applicant boundary). Tree C & D (Location A) - Remove overhanging branches only. Tree E - (Location B) Remov
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - Pantiles Rectory Road Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AJ
T1 - Acer - Thin crown by 20%, Crown lift over road to create 5.2m clearance AGL. G1 - Silver Birch - Reduce lateral branches (property side) by 2.5m. G2 - Swedish Whitebeam & Prunus Sp. - Crown lift
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2024-08-17
View full details - - Coleby Hall Far Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AH
Erection of porch over rear entrance and installation of wrought iron handrail.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2024-04-12
View full details - - 7 High Street Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AG
T1 - Walnut - to reduce in height and spread by up to 3m all round - taking the crown from approx. 16m to approx. 13m to reduce weight. Remove large lateral limb ovehanging driveway due to the presenc
Status: Permitted | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2024-02-16
View full details - - Millfield 12 Rectory Road Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AJ
Removal of 2 x fire damaged trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2023-06-13
View full details - - 9 & 10 Avenue Villas Grantham Road Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AP
Construction of a two storey rear and side extension, conversion of roof space into living accommodation, construction of a new basement beneath the proposed rear extension, construction of a lean to
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2023-05-19
View full details - - West Hall Coleby Hall Hall Drive Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0FG
Raising of roof to existing garage to allow formation of first floor office space along with insertion of window and rooflights. Installation of rooflight in north-west roof of dwelling and erection o
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2023-04-25
View full details - - 18 Blind Lane Coleby Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 0AL
T1 Conifer - reduce height by 3m; T2 Silver Birch - reduce height by 5m; T3 Silver Birch - reduce height by 2m; T4 Conifer - reduce height by 2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Kesteven | Date: 2023-01-27
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A brief summary of Coleby (LN5) in Lincolnshire
Coleby is a village in Lincolnshire known for its picturesque setting and community spirit. Its proximity to larger towns makes it attractive for residential development, while the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for sustainable planning initiatives. Researchers exploring planning applications in Coleby will find a blend of historical charm and modern development potential, making it a noteworthy area for future projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 416 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Kesteven district.
Property prices in Coleby (LN5) show an average sale price of £212,692, 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 Coleby (LN5) a particularly low-crime area.
Coleby (LN5) has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Coleby, Boothby Graffoe, Harmston. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coleby (LN5) 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 Coleby (LN5)
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Coleby (LN5). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Coleby (LN5) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Coleby (LN5) were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Boothby Graffoe planning applications
- Harmston planning applications
- Navenby planning applications
- Waddington planning applications
- Wellingore planning applications
- Aubourn planning applications
- South Hykeham planning applications
- Bassingham planning applications
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.