How long do planning decisions take near Ings?

The average planning decision time near Ings is 145 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 Ings?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ings?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ings?

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Ings, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ings, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Ings

Ings is a picturesque village located in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria, England. Situated along the River Gowan and the A591 road, it is just 2 miles (3.2 km) east of Windermere, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments.

District: Hugill

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £266,225 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ings.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ings based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Ings.

- Ings Service Centre, Ings, Windermere, LA8 9PY
Electric Vehicle charging points under an open canopy, additional car parking, extension to car wash bay, landscaping, and all associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 2, Ings Hall Estate, Ings, Kendal, LA8 9PZ
Erection of a detached, timber framed, timber clad metal roofed storage outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Hill Farm, Ings, Kendal, LA8 9QQ
Change of use of land for siting of 3 holiday pods
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-07-10
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A brief summary of Ings in Cumbria

Property prices in Ings show an average sale price of £266,225, 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 Ings a particularly low-crime area.

Ings 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ings includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Kent and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Kent; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. 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 Ings

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ings. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 145 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 Ings.

With an average of 145 days, decisions near Ings 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 Ings were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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