How long do planning decisions take near Mansergh?

The average planning decision time near Mansergh is 34 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 Mansergh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Mansergh?

The most common type of planning application near Mansergh is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mansergh?

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Mansergh, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mansergh, Cumbria.

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About Mansergh

Mansergh is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, encompassing the village of Mansergh and the hamlet of Old Town. Located approximately 3.3 miles north of Kirkby Lonsdale and 9.8 miles southeast of Kendal, it had a population of 141 in 2001, which declined to 124 by 2011. This picturesque area may present unique opportunities for planning applications, given its rural character and proximity to larger towns.

Population: 135 (2021)

District: South Lakeland

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mansergh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mansergh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Mansergh.

- School House, Mansergh, Carnforth, LA6 2EW
Listed building consent to replace five wooden windows and one aluminium window with five wooden double glazed sash windows and one wooden double glazed split casement window (Alternative to listed bu
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-04-28
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- School House, Mansergh, Carnforth, LA6 2EW
Listed building consent to replace five wooden windows and one aluminium window with five wooden double glazed sash windows and one wooden double glazed split casement window
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-01-05
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- Mansergh Community Hall, School Lane, Mansergh
full planning permission for change of use of land to form extension of the existing car park, restoration works to the existing car park and installation of a new package treatment plant to replace t
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2016-10-27
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A brief summary of Mansergh in Cumbria

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Mansergh includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. 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 Mansergh

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Mansergh. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 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 Mansergh.

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Mansergh were discharge of conditions (2).

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