Lincoln, Lincolnshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lincoln, Lincolnshire.
Lincolnshire · England · City
About Lincoln
Lincoln, the county town of Lincolnshire, is a historic cathedral city with a population of 103,813 as of the 2021 census. The broader urban area, which includes nearby locales such as Bracebridge Heath, North Hykeham, South Hykeham, and Waddington, boasts a total population of 127,540. This vibrant city offers a unique blend of heritage and modern development, making it a key area for planning applications and urban development initiatives.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Lincoln
- Parliamentary constituency: Lincoln
- LSOA: Lincoln 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lincoln.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lincoln.
- 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 Lincoln based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
103 planning applications found near Lincoln.
- - 13 The Avenue Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1PA
T1 and T2 - London Plane: Reduce canopy overhanging property by 3m, reduce height by 3.5m and width of remaining canopy by 2.5m from the longest ends. T3 - Acer: Reduce height by 3.5m and a radial red
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - 28 Sincil Street Lincoln Lincolnshire LN5 7ET
Display of 1no. non-illuminated fascia sign and 1no. non-illuminated hanging sign. (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - Precentory 16 Minster Yard Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1PX
T1, T2, T3 and T4 - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 13 Minster Yard Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1PW
T1 Bay - Reduce height by 2.5m. Radial reduction of 1.5m from tips
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 18 Eastgate Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 4AA
T1 (Walnut) - Reduce canopy by a maximum of 1.5 metres from distal branch ends. T2 (Yew) - Crown lift to a maximum height of 3.5 metres from grade. T3 (Eucalyptus) - Remove to ground.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 19 Corporation Street Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1HL
Installation of replacement shopfront.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 14 Minster Yard Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1PW
External works including repointing and replacement of masonry as required; reinstatement of parapet plaster works; repair of external joinery and rainwater goods; and redecoration of external joinery
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - The Deanery 11 Minster Yard Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1PJ
G1 - Yews: Reduce height and width by up to 2m as per attached image Reduce side adjacent to buildings back to previous points or up to 0.5m from tips
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 98 - 100 West Parade Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1JZ
Replacement of existing timber windows with white Upvc windows. Creation of new ramped access to entrance on side elevation, display of ground mounted signage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 98 - 100 West Parade Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1JZ
Display of 1 non illuminated fixed sign.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 11 West Parade Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1NL
Change of use of ground floor retail (Use Class E) to 1 bed Flat (Use Class C3). Removal of existing shopfront and installation of 3 windows and door to front elevations. Replacement of existing windo
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Lincoln Liberal Club Co Ltd And 1-5 St Swithins Square Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1HA
Partial demolition of The Lincoln Liberal Club; demolition of building at 5 St Swithins Square and all structures to the south of the 1-4 St Swithins Square. Erection of buildings to provide 15 studen
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 19 Corporation Street Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1HL
Determination as to whether prior approval is required for the change of use of the first and second floors from commercial/business (use class E) to 1 flat (use class C3).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 58 West Parade Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1JX
Change of use from Existing HMO (Class C4) to flexible use between HMO (Class C4) and Dwelling (Class C3).
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 68 - 70 West Parade Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 1JX
Variation of condition 4 of planning permission 2014/0931/F to extend hours of operation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 6 Danes Cottages Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1NB
Erection of fence and gate to rear garden. (Listed Building Consent).
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Unit 3 233 - 237 High Street Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1AT
Display of 1 internally illuminated fascia signage, 1 non-illuminated fascia signage and 1 internally illuminated hanging sign.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Lincoln Castle Castle Hill Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3AA
LCC_010140 - Yew: Crown Lift to 3.5m LCC_010150 - Horse Chestnut: Crown Lift to 3.5m LCC_010152 - Copper Beech: Crown Lift to 3.5m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 238 - 244 High Street Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1AT
External alterations comprising of new tiled finish to the shopfront fascias on the High Street and Park Street elevations, installation of fixed retractable external canopies to window openings on th
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 7 James Street Lincoln Lincolnshire LN2 1QE
G1 Boundary screen - Mixed species: Prune overhanging branches back to boundary line.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lincoln | Date: 2026-02-16
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A brief summary of Lincoln in Lincolnshire
Lincoln, the county town of Lincolnshire, is a historic cathedral city with a population of 103,813 as of the 2021 census. The broader urban area, which includes nearby locales such as Bracebridge Heath, North Hykeham, South Hykeham, and Waddington, boasts a total population of 127,540. This vibrant city offers a unique blend of heritage and modern development, making it a key area for planning applications and urban development initiatives.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lincoln a particularly low-crime area.
Lincoln has 10 conservation areas within its boundaries: Carline, Sibthorp, Newport and Nettleham Road, St Peter-at-Gowts, West Parade and Brayford, St Catherines, Cathedral and City Centre, Lindum and Arboretum, Gowt's Bridge, The Dell. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lincoln 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.
Planning Activity in Lincoln
In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Lincoln. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lincoln may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lincoln were full planning applications (41), tree works (39), outline applications (23). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 12 medium-scale applications, 134 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 96 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 43 applications
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