How long do planning decisions take near Mewith Head?

The average planning decision time near Mewith Head is 55 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 Mewith Head?

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

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Mewith Head, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mewith Head, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Mewith Head are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Lancaster and Wyre
LSOA: Lancaster 019A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mewith Head.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mewith Head based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Mewith Head.

- Crookfield Bloe Beck Lane Mewith Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed use of property as an unrestricted dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Craven | Date: 2021-01-22
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- Halsteads Barn Mewith Lane Mewith Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Detached single storey double garage, with workshop, therapy room and store.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2020-04-07
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- Alder Gill Barn Mewith Lane High Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Application for change of use to install a 20m x 60m ménage on current grassland
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Craven | Date: 2016-03-16
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- Alder Gill Barn Mewith Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Construction of stable building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2008-05-06
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- Laneside Barn Mewith Head Mewith Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AP
Storm porch to south west gable elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2006-10-06
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- Lane Side Barn Mewith Head Mewith Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AP
Stables and exercise arena for the use of the owner (Amended proposal of Refusal 08/2006/6372).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2006-08-08
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- Lane Side Barn Mewith Head Mewith High Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AP
Stables and exercise arena.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2006-05-03
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- Lane Side Barn Mewith Head Farm Mewith High Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AP
Resubmission of planning application 8/2002/2128 to show minor amendments for barn conversion to B1 workshop with living accommodation [Amendments to previously approved scheme (Planning Ref. 08/2002/
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2004-05-05
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- Land At Burn Head Farm Mewith High Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Retention of timber kitchen, classroom and toilets
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2004-01-02
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- Land At Burn Head Farm Mewith High Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Continuation of use of land as a campsite
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2004-01-02
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- Halsteads Barn Mewith Lane High Bentham Lancaster LA2 7AR
Extension to existing dwelling to provide replacement garage/workshop and additional living accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Craven | Date: 2002-02-06
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A brief summary of Mewith Head in North Yorkshire

Mewith Head is a settlement located in North Yorkshire, England.

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

Mewith Head 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 Mewith Head includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 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 Mewith Head

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Mewith Head. The average decision time was 55 days.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Mewith Head 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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