Search Hemswell planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Hemswell · updated daily · West Lindsey District Council

Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

16 Weldon Road, HemswellAwaiting decisionNotice to carry out tree works: T1 Silver Birch - crown reduction of one overhanging lower left branch, 2m cut back to node. T2 Ornamental Cherry and T3 Crab Apple - crown lift to 3m above ground level, crown reduction of 2m all round. Within the Hemswell conservation area.TREE_Cons Area Tree ApplicationReceived 7 Sep 2026WL/2026/00821
2 Grooms Cottage, Bunkers Hill, Hemswell GainsboroughAwaiting decisionNotice to carry out tree works: T1 - Corsican Pine - remove or reduce in height to 2m above the power cables and reduce the radius accordingly. T2 - Common Holly - Reduce in height to approx 7.5m and radius of approx 2m with shaping as required. Within the Hemswell conservation area.TREE_Cons Area Tree ApplicationReceived 19 Aug 2026WL/2026/00753
18 Church Street Hemswell Gainsborough DN21 5UQApprovedApplication for non-material amendment to planning permission WL/2025/00970 granted 14 November 2025 - reposition garage.Non-material amendmentReceived 8 Jun 2026WL/2026/00531
Land At 20, Church Street, HemswellApprovedRequest for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2 (CEMP), 3 (archaeology), 4 (access details), 5 (boundary details & stone wall maintenance), 6 (approved drawings), 10 (notice of archaeological works), 11 (archaeological site work report), 12 (archive deposition) and 15 (ecological compliance) of planning permission 146370 granted 9 August 2023.Condition DischargeReceived 29 Apr 2026WL/2026/00401
Elm House, 2 Church Street, HemswellApprovedAsh - Remove the crown & trunk (fell). T3 of Tree Preservation Order Hemswell No1 2002.TREE_TPO ApplicationReceived 1 Apr 2026WL/2026/00321

Planning in Hemswell

Approved: 94%; 16 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hemswell in the last 24 months, from West Lindsey District Council's planning register.

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Around Hemswell

Postcode districts

DN21 263 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: West Lindsey District Council

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About Hemswell

Hemswell is a village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, positioned just north of the A631 on the Lincoln Cliff escarpment. Situated 2 miles west of Caenby Corner and 7 miles east of Gainsborough, the village had a population of 309 as recorded in the 2001 Census, making it a small but significant community for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 326 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Lindsey district.

Property prices in Hemswell show an average sale price of £177,390, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hemswell area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Hemswell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hemswell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hemswell, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Hemswell. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hemswell?

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Hemswell. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Hemswell?

The average planning decision time near Hemswell is 49 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 Hemswell?

The planning approval rate near Hemswell is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hemswell?

The most common type of planning application near Hemswell is amendment applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hemswell?

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