How long do planning decisions take near Knotts?

The average planning decision time near Knotts is 109 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Knotts?

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

How can I track planning applications near Knotts?

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Knotts, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knotts, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

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About Knotts

Knotts, located in Lancashire, is a small area that shares its name with a notable surname. This surname has been associated with several prominent individuals, including American comedic actor Don Knotts and World War I flying ace Howard Knotts. As researchers explore planning applications in Knotts, they may find this rich historical context adds an interesting layer to the area's identity.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £318,592 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
LSOA: Craven 009E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Knotts.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knotts based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Knotts.

- Springside Farm Knotts Lane Bolton-by-Bowland BD23 4SJ
Proposed porch extension to front of property.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2026-01-07
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A brief summary of Knotts in Lancashire

Property prices in Knotts show an average sale price of £318,592, 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 Knotts a particularly low-crime area.

Knotts 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 Knotts includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Forest Of Bowland. 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 Knotts

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Knotts. The average decision time was 109 days.

With an average of 109 days, decisions near Knotts take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Knotts were full planning applications (2). 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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