How long do planning decisions take near Lakeside?

The average planning decision time near Lakeside is 65 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 Lakeside?

The planning approval rate near Lakeside is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lakeside?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lakeside?

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Lakeside, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lakeside, Cumbria.

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About Lakeside

Lakeside is a charming village located at the southern end of Windermere in Cumbria, England. Originally part of Lancashire before the 1974 county reorganisation, it became a key destination with the arrival of the Furness Railway in 1869, establishing itself as a vital steamer pier for lake services. The village also features a historical hotel, catering to the influx of tourists drawn by the railway and steamers, making it a significant area for planning applications related to tourism and infrastructure development.

District: Colton

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lakeside.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lakeside based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lakeside.

- Kellett, Lakeside, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8AS
Approval of details reserved by condition 7 (window details for House 2) on application 7/2019/5725 - Demolition of boathouse workshop & erection of two local needs dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Lake frontage to north of carpark on lake side of Lakeside Hotel, Windermere Lake Cruises, Lakeside, Ulverston, LA12 8AS
Non-material amendment to planning permission 7/2023/5302 (Detailed planning application to remove one dilapidated jetty and construct two new floating jetties and a self-drive boat hire kiosk, boardw
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-10-31
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- Buck Yeats Lodge Park, Lakeside, Newby Bridge, LA12 8AT
Approval of details reserved by condition 7 (details of service routes) of planning permission 7/2022/5487, siting of 6 lodges
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-12-11
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A brief summary of Lakeside in Cumbria

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lakeside a particularly low-crime area.

Lakeside 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 Lakeside includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 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 Lakeside

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Lakeside. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 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 Lakeside.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Lakeside slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lakeside were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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