Search Cotes planning applications

14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Cotes · 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 14 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Land to rear of Nethercroft Lowgate Levens KENDAL LA8 8LUApprovedWorks to trees protected by South Lakeland DC TPO No. 198 (2005): T047, T052, T074 and T077 (Ash) - Fell due to Ash Dieback (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus). T026 (Beech) - Fell due to Kretzschmaria deusta. Area 1 - Fell/coppice trees and shrubs within 1m of the highway boundary and crown lift/reduce retained trees to provide 5.2m highway clearance. Area 2 - Prune trees and shrubs within 2m of the eastern garden boundaries back to previous pruning points to control size and prevent encroachment. Area 3 - Reduce branches encroaching towards overhead power lines to maintain a 2m clearance.Tree Preservation OrderReceived 18 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 20262026/1835/TPO
Rear of 3 Low Pastures Lowgate Levens KENDAL LA8 8QHApprovedWorks to trees subject to South Lakeland DC TPO No 198 2005 comprising T35) Sycamore - Crown thin by 15% for general tree management. T22, 53 & 54) Sycamore - Along Underhill Road boundary of No.3. Crown raise to 5.2m for highways clearanceTree Preservation OrderReceived 17 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 20262026/1826/TPO
3 Church Close Levens KENDAL LA8 8QEApprovedWorks to trees subject to South Lakeland DC TPO No 38 1981 comprising Sycamore, Crown reduce by 2m all over crown and crown thin by 25%Tree Preservation OrderReceived 15 Sep 2026Decided 9 Oct 20262026/1804/TPO
Plot 6 Lowgate Levens Kendal LA8 8NJApprovedOutline planning permission with all matters reserved for the erection of single dwellingOutline ApplicationReceived 27 Aug 2026Decided 4 Nov 20262026/1702/OPA
5 Nethercroft Lowgate Levens Kendal LA8 8LUApprovedSouth Lakeland DC TPO No 100 1994 - remove the young epicormic shoots annually to maintain clear stems up to the first scaffold branches at 5-6 metres.Tree Preservation OrderReceived 25 Aug 2026Decided 28 Sep 20262026/1683/TPO

Planning in Cotes

Approved: 100%; 15 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

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

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Around Cotes

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LA8 118 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council

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About Cotes

Cotes is a quaint hamlet located in the picturesque region of Cumbria, England. Its rural charm and tranquil setting make it an appealing area for potential development and planning applications, contributing to the local community's growth and sustainability.

The area around Cotes has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cotes 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.

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In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Cotes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cotes?

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Cotes. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Cotes?

The average planning decision time near Cotes is 55 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 Cotes?

The planning approval rate near Cotes is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cotes?

The most common type of planning application near Cotes is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

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