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Planning in Dovenby

Only 3 decisions near Dovenby in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dovenby in the last 24 months, from Cumberland Council's planning register.

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About Dovenby

Dovenby is a village located in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England, now part of the parish of Bridekirk. Situated on the A594 road, it lies approximately 2.5 miles northwest of Cockermouth and 4.5 miles east of Maryport. With a rich history and a small population of 163 as recorded in 1931, Dovenby offers a unique setting for planning applications, particularly for those interested in rural developments and community projects in the area. It sits within the Bridekirk district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Dovenby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Dovenby has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dovenby 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 Dovenby, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Dovenby.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dovenby?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Dovenby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dovenby?
The most common type of planning application near Dovenby is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dovenby?
You can search and track planning applications near Dovenby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.