How long do planning decisions take near North Cotes?

The average planning decision time near North Cotes is 143 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 North Cotes?

The planning approval rate near North Cotes is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near North Cotes?

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

How can I track planning applications near North Cotes?

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North Cotes, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near North Cotes, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in North Cotes are administered by East Lindsey District Council. View the full East Lindsey District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About North Cotes

North Cotes is a village and civil parish located in the East Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, approximately 4 miles from the coast and 10 miles northeast of Louth. With a population of 724 as of the 2011 census, it offers a unique setting for planning applications, benefiting from its proximity to coastal areas and larger towns.

Population: 745 (2021)

District: East Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £164,108 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Lindsey
Parliamentary constituency: Louth and Horncastle
LSOA: East Lindsey 001F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near North Cotes.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 North Cotes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near North Cotes.

- Pegasus Lock Road North Cotes Lincolnshire DN36 5UP
Planning Permission - Extension to existing dwelling to provide additional living accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lindsey | Date: 2025-11-28
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A brief summary of North Cotes in Lincolnshire

Property prices in North Cotes show an average sale price of £164,108, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Cotes 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 North Cotes

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near North Cotes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 143 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near North Cotes may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 143 days, decisions near North Cotes take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near North Cotes were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.