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19 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Coniston · updated daily · Westmorland and Furness Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 19 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Thurston House, Coniston, LA21 8EEAwaiting decisionRemoval of existing defective veranda and provision of new aluminium / glazed veFull Planning applicationReceived 14 Sep 20267/2026/5497
Coniston Wastewater Treatment Works, Lake Road, ConistonAwaiting decisionEIA screening opinion for works at Coniston Wastewater Treatment WorksReceived 26 Aug 20267/2026/5478
1, The Forge, Coniston, LA21 8HLRefusedDemolition of existing extensions and replacing with new side and rear extensionReceived 10 Aug 2026Decided 2 Oct 20267/2026/5441
6, Beck Yeat, Coniston, LA21 8HTApprovedRemodelling of internal ground floor layout with new windows to rear and front eFull Planning applicationReceived 7 Aug 2026Decided 30 Sep 20267/2026/5362
Dixon Ground Farm, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8HQApprovedEV chargerReceived 6 Aug 2026Decided 22 Sep 20267/2026/5453

Planning in Coniston

Approved: 83%; 20 of 23 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Coniston

Postcode districts

LA21 30 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council

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About Coniston

Coniston is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. Nestled within the southern reaches of the Lake District National Park, it lies between Coniston Water—the third longest lake in the region—and Coniston Old Man, a prominent mountain. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 928, reflecting a slight decline from 1,058 in 2001, making it a quaint but vibrant community for planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 843 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Lakeland district.

Property prices in Coniston show an average sale price of £487,070, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Coniston 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 Coniston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Coniston has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coniston 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.coniston-net.com/cms/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Coniston, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Coniston. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coniston?

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Coniston. The approval rate is 83%.

How long do planning decisions take near Coniston?

The average planning decision time near Coniston is 66 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 Coniston?

The planning approval rate near Coniston is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coniston?

The most common type of planning application near Coniston is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coniston?

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