How long do planning decisions take near Gautby?

The average planning decision time near Gautby is 76 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 Gautby?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gautby?

The most common type of planning application near Gautby is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gautby?

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Gautby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gautby, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Gautby are administered by East Lindsey District Council. View the full East Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gautby

Gautby is a quaint village located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 6 miles (10 km) northwest of Horncastle. It falls under the Minting civil parish, making it an integral part of the local governance and community planning considerations in the area.

Population: 68 (2021)

District: East Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £249,383 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
LSOA: West Lindsey 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gautby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gautby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Gautby in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Gautby show an average sale price of £249,383, 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 Gautby a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Gautby includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Gautby

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Gautby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Gautby were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

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