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Planning in Motherby

Only 6 decisions near Motherby in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Motherby in the last 24 months, from Westmorland and Furness Council's planning register.

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About Motherby

Motherby, a village in Cumbria, is notable for its historical connections to the Motherby family, including George Motherby, an English physician and medical writer, and his brother Robert, a merchant in East Prussia. Their lineage extends to William Motherby, also a physician, highlighting the area's ties to medical and commercial history. For those researching planning applications in Motherby, the village's rich heritage may influence local development and preservation efforts.

Property prices in Motherby show an average sale price of £325,145, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Motherby area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Motherby a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Motherby has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Motherby 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Motherby, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Motherby.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), amendments (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Motherby?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Motherby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Motherby?
The most common type of planning application near Motherby is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Motherby?
You can search and track planning applications near Motherby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.