How long do planning decisions take near Laughterton?

The average planning decision time near Laughterton is 48 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 Laughterton?

The planning approval rate near Laughterton is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Laughterton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Laughterton?

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Laughterton, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Laughterton, Lincolnshire.

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About Laughterton

Kettlethorpe is a village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 10 miles west of Lincoln. The parish includes the villages of Drinsey Nook and Laughterton, and had a population of 426 according to the 2011 census. This area may present various planning application opportunities, given its residential and community-focused environment.

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Area Information

Admin district: Lincoln
Parliamentary constituency: Lincoln
LSOA: Lincoln 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Laughterton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Laughterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Laughterton.

WL/2026/00248 - CLIFTON HOUSE, MAIN ROAD, LAUGHTERTON
Planning application for two storey side extension, removal of old garage and erection of replacement being variation of condition 3 of planning permission WL/2025/00482 granted 30 July 2025 to allow
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-03-09
WL/2025/00482 - CLIFTON HOUSE, MAIN ROAD, LAUGHTERTON
Planning application for two storey side extension, removal of old garage and erection of replacement.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-05-16
WL/2025/00416 - THE FORMER HATCHERY, NEWARK ROAD
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2(contaminated land) & 3(drainage) of planning permission 145186 granted 26 September 2022.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-04-30
WL/2024/00997 - LAND TO THE EAST OF NEWARK ROAD LAUGHTERTON LINCOLN
Outline application for up to 5no. self build dwellings - access to be considered and not reserved for subsequent applications.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-11-18
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148034 - Aspen House 3 Swynford Close, Laughterton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application to raise roof to allow for bedroom accommodation within roof space, replace conservatory with sun room and internal alterations being variation of condition 2 of planning permissi
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-03-01
147124 - Jim Page Camp Site Marsh Lane, Laughterton, Lincs
Planning application to erect a steel frame 7m high by 6m wide to support ropes to which children will be attached for safety when carrying out a crate climbing activity
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2023-11-17
145186 - The Former Hatchery Newark Road, Laughterton, Lincoln
Planning application for the replacement of an existing commercial building (currently permitted for B1, B2 and B8 uses) with a new building to be used for B8 only and limited to agricultural purposes
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-07-04
145114 - Land off Newark Road, Laughterton, Lincoln
Notice of intention to install 1no. pole (8 metres in height)under Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 - ref QXZ147SL
Status: Decided | Type: Telecomms Determin. - 28 days | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-06-16
144486 - Land to West of A1133 Newark Road, Laughterton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Request for confirmation of compliance with condition 8 of planning permission 139624 granted 3 September 2019.
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-02-24
144336 - Crofton House Main Road, Laughterton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for proposed double garage and pool annex.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-02-09
144293 - Lodge Pines Marsh Lane, Laughterton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application for change of use of existing building from stables, workshop and stores to veterinary use and storage
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-01-24
143471 - Crofton House Main Road, Laughterton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Planning application to replace veranda including enclosed front porch and single storey rear orangery extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-07-29
143429 - Land at Naylors Hill Newark Road, Laughterton, Lincoln, Lincolnshire
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 4 and 5 of planning permission 142026 granted 31 March 2021.
Status: Approved | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2021-07-22
- The Hatchery Newark Road Laughterton Lincoln
Application for prior notification to erect agricultural storage building
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2020-12-08
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A brief summary of Laughterton in Lincolnshire

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

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Planning Activity in Laughterton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Laughterton. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Laughterton.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Laughterton were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 18% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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