How long do planning decisions take near Garrigill?

The average planning decision time near Garrigill is 28 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 Garrigill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Garrigill?

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

How can I track planning applications near Garrigill?

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Garrigill, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Garrigill, Cumbria.

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About Garrigill

Garrigill is a quaint village located in the North Pennines of Cumbria, nestled by the banks near the source of the River South Tyne. Once part of Cumberland, it now falls within the Garrigill ward of the civil parish of Alston Moor in Westmorland and Furness. Historically, the village boasted a population of 1,447 in the early 1870s, making it a small yet significant community in the region. This information is pertinent for those exploring planning applications in the area.

District: Alston Moor

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £218,888 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Penrith and Solway
LSOA: Eden 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Garrigill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Garrigill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Garrigill.

- Ennerdale House Garrigill Alston CA9 3DY
S211 Conservation Area tree works notification: T1 Ash - fell. T2,T3 & T4 Sycamore - crown lift by 12ft. T5 & T6 Elder - fell. T7 Ash - deadwood.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Old Methodist Chapel Garrigill Alston CA9 3EB
Change of use of residential dwelling to 2no holiday lets, part retrospective.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-01-27
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- St Johns House Garrigill ALSTON CA9 3DS
S211 Notification, comprising; works to trees in conservation area - T1 and T2 Beech Trees. Crown Lift canopy overhouse to 12ft and reduce limbs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2025-09-08
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- Rose House Garrigill ALSTON CA9 3DU
Removal of Rowan Tree (Mountain Ash) (T1).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-01-08
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A brief summary of Garrigill in Cumbria

Property prices in Garrigill show an average sale price of £218,888, 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 Garrigill a particularly low-crime area.

Garrigill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Garrigill. 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 Garrigill includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Whitesike Mine and Flinty Fell SSSI, River South Tyne and Tynebottom Mine SSSI, Moorhouse and Cross Fell SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Pennines; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Tyne & Nent, Moor House-Upper Teesdale; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): North Pennine Moors. 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 Garrigill

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Garrigill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

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

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Garrigill were tree works (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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