How long do planning decisions take near Grasby?

The average planning decision time near Grasby is 91 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 Grasby?

The planning approval rate near Grasby is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How can I track planning applications near Grasby?

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Grasby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Grasby, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

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

About Grasby

Grasby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, with a population of 480 as recorded in the 2011 census. Nestled in the Lincolnshire Wolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Grasby is situated just 3 miles (5 km) north-west of the town of Caistor, making it an attractive area for planning applications related to rural development and conservation.

Population: 428 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £282,450 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
LSOA: West Lindsey 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Grasby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Grasby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

35 planning applications found near Grasby.

WL/2026/00447 - LAND AT, STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 4(drainage) of outline planning permission 140515 granted 24 March 2020.
Status: Undecided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-05-18
WL/2026/00307 - MILL FARM, BRIGG ROAD, GRASBY
Application for lawful development certificate for existing use as garden centre and attraction, with refreshments.
Status: Undecided | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Existing | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-03-30
WL/2026/00163 - BLACKTHORN HOUSE, 9 WILMORE LANE, GRASBY
Planning application to demolish and replace existing conservatory with single storey rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-02-16
WL/2026/00054 - LAND OFF STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2 (Landscape and Ecological Management Plan), 3 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) and 9 (drainage) of planning permission WL/2024/00711 granted 1 Septembe
Status: Undecided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-16
WL/2025/01247 - LAND TO WEST OF, STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Application for approval of reserved matters for 2no. dwellings considering access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale following outline permission 140515 granted 24 March 2020 being variation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Reserved Matters Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-12-22
WL/2026/00002 - LAND AT, STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Application for approval of reserved matters for 2no. dwellings considering access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale following outline permission 140515 granted 24 March 2020 being variation
Status: Approved | Type: Reserved Matters Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-12-19
WL/2025/01039 - LAND REAR OF, 11 CLIXBY LANE, GRASBY
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 1 (construction method statement) of planning permission 147218 granted 7 December 2023.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-10-22
WL/2025/01016 - LAND ADJACENT WILLOW FARM, MIDDLETONS LANE, GRASBY
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2 (BNG), 3 (HMMP) and 5 (Enhancements) of planning application WL/2024/00977 granted 30 June 2025.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-10-10
WL/2025/00941 - LAND ADJACENT BROCKLESBY HILL TOP COTTAGE, BRIGG ROAD, GRASBY
Planning application for demolition of existing outbuildings and erection of a 1no. self build dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-09-19
WL/2025/00749 - 31 THE GRANGE, VICARAGE LANE, GRASBY BARNETBY
T1 Holme oak - reduce lower canopy by up to 1.5-2m back to inline with main canopy to suitable growth points. Round into existing sides and top to retain aesthetics. T2 Yew - Reduce encroachment towar
Status: Approved | Type: TREE_TPO Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-21
WL/2025/00664 - 2 FRONT STREET, GRASBY, BARNETBY
Planning application to remove existing outbuildings, alterations to existing porch, erect additional porch, 2no. new door openings replacing existing window and erect boundary / garden wall.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-01
WL/2025/00291 - 5 BENTLEY LANE, GRASBY
Planning application for erection of detached garage with ancillary garden room accommodation
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-03-19
WL/2025/00142 - LAND AT, STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for confirmation of the material commencement of 140515 and 146028 to erect 2no. dwellings.
Status: Approved | Type: Cert. Lawful Develop. Existing | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-02-10
WL/2024/00965 - BENTLEY HOUSE, BENTLEY LANE, GRASBY
T2, T3 & T4 Copper beech trees - crown lift to 2.5-3m. Tree Preservation Order Grasby No1 2023.
Status: Approved | Type: TREE_TPO Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-13
WL/2024/00977 - LAND ADJACENT WILLOW FARM, MIDDLETONS LANE, GRASBY
Planning application for change of use of land to site lodges to be erected with associated external works including the introduction of decking, parking and tree planting.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-01
WL/2024/00943 - LAND TO WEST OF, STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Application for approval of reserved matters for 2no. dwellings considering access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale following outline permission 140515 granted 24 March 2020 being variation
Status: Approved | Type: Reserved Matters Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-01
WL/2024/00818 - 29 STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Planning application to erect single storey extensions to front and side elevations.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-10-09
WL/2024/00736 - LAND OFF, WILMORE LANE, GRASBY
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2 (materials), 3 (drainage) and 8 (landscaping) of planning permission 147645 granted 22 January 2024.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-09-19
WL/2024/00711 - LAND OFF, STATION ROAD, GRASBY
Planning application for change of use of land from agriculture to the keeping of horses, including the erection of a stable block and storage building and widening of an existing access.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-09-11
147645 - Land off Wilmore Lane, Grasby, Lincolnshire
Planning application to erect 1no. dwelling with associated garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-11-30

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A brief summary of Grasby in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Grasby show an average sale price of £282,450, 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 Grasby a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Grasby

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Grasby. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 91 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 Grasby.

The average decision period of 91 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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