How long do planning decisions take near Finsthwaite?

The average planning decision time near Finsthwaite is 49 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Finsthwaite?

The most common type of planning application near Finsthwaite is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Finsthwaite?

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Finsthwaite, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Finsthwaite, Cumbria.

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About Finsthwaite

Finsthwaite is a quaint village in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England, nestled near the scenic Furness Fells and the shores of Windermere. The village features St Peter's Church, a local place of worship, and the Stott Park Bobbin Mill, a historic site that operates as a working museum, offering insights into the region's industrial heritage. This charming location presents potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in heritage conservation and community development.

District: Colton

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Barrow and Furness
LSOA: South Lakeland 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Finsthwaite.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Finsthwaite based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Finsthwaite.

- School House, Finsthwaite, Ulverston, LA12 8BL
Approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Biodiversity Net Gain) on application 7/2024/5700 - concreting to yards and roofing feed areas in connection with Natural England catchment sensitive areas
Status: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-01-20
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- School House, Finsthwaite, Ulverston, LA12 8BL
Approval of details reserved by condition 3 (Biodiversity Net Gain) on application 7/2024/5700 - concreting to yards and roofing feed areas in connection with Natural England catchment sensitive areas
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-01-20
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- High End House, Finsthwaite, Ulverston, LA12 8BJ
Relocation of existing oil tank
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-10-31
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- High End House, Finsthwaite, Ulverston, LA12 8BJ
Replace existing septic tank serving 6 properties with a package sewage treatment plant serving the same 6 properties plus overflow for High End house. Movement of the tank from current location to th
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Finsthwaite in Cumbria

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Finsthwaite a particularly low-crime area.

Finsthwaite has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Finsthwaite includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Yewbarrow Woods SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Yewbarrow Woods; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. 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 Finsthwaite

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Finsthwaite. The average decision time was 49 days.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Finsthwaite were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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

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