How long do planning decisions take near Dovenby?

The average planning decision time near Dovenby is 34 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 Dovenby?

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

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?

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Dovenby, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dovenby, Cumbria.

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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.

District: Bridekirk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £264,011 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cumberland
Parliamentary constituency: Whitehaven and Workington
LSOA: Allerdale 006E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dovenby.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dovenby.

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 Dovenby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Dovenby.

- Limetree House, Dovenby, Cockermouth, CA13 0PN
Listed Building Consent for alterations to existing outbuilding to provide additional accommodation ancillary to main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Allerdale | Date: 2024-09-11
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A brief summary of Dovenby in Cumbria

Property prices in Dovenby show an average sale price of £264,011, 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 Dovenby a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Dovenby includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Dovenby

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Dovenby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dovenby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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