How long do planning decisions take near Foston?

The average planning decision time near Foston is 138 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 Foston?

The planning approval rate near Foston is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Foston?

The most common type of planning application near Foston is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Foston?

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Foston, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Foston, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Foston are administered by South Kesteven District Council. View the full South Kesteven District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Foston

Foston is a village and civil parish located in the South Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 5 miles northwest of Grantham. The A1 road traverses the parish, forming the southern boundary of the village. As of the 2011 census, Foston had a population of 525, making it a small but established community with potential considerations for planning applications in the area.

Population: 561 (2021)

District: South Kesteven

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Area Information

Admin district: South Kesteven
Parliamentary constituency: Grantham and Bourne
LSOA: South Kesteven 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Foston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Foston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Foston.

- 4 Newark Hill Foston Lincolnshire NG32 2LF
Ground floor side extension to dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Ellensdale Back Lane Foston Lincolnshire NG32 2LA
Demolition of existing bungalow and construction of new dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Land East Of Willow Lakes South Of Newark Hill Foston Lincolnshire
Application for a Certificate of Lawful Development regarding the proposed siting of a secure container on land.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-02-04
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- The Old School House Church Street Foston Lincolnshire NG32 2LG
Removal of dead, diseased and dangerous material and 25% crown reduction of Oak Tree (T1) of TPO 271.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2025-01-15
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- Uk Ideal Limited Great North Road Foston Lincolnshire NG32 2JS
Building signage, site signage, totem signs and intercom equipment associated with Drive-Thru Starbucks - 11 signs total
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Advertising | Council: South Kesteven | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Foston in Lincolnshire

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

Foston 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.

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Planning Activity in Foston

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Foston. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 138 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Foston.

With an average of 138 days, decisions near Foston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Foston were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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