Otby, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Otby, Lincolnshire.

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About Otby

Walesby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, with a population of 249 as recorded in the 2011 census. Nestled in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, it is situated 3 miles northeast of Market Rasen and 7 miles south of Caistor, encompassing around 3,600 acres of land, including the hamlets of Risby and Otby. This serene area may present opportunities for various planning applications, reflecting its rural charm and community character.

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Area Information

• Admin district: West Lindsey
• Parliamentary constituency: Gainsborough
• LSOA: West Lindsey 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Otby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Otby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Otby.

1. WL/2024/00326 - OTBY HOUSE FARM, OTBY LANE, WALESBY
   Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2(materials), 3 drainage & 4(lighting) of planning permission 145603 granted 11 November 2022
   Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-04-24
2. WL/2024/00326 - OTBY HOUSE FARM OTBY LANE WALESBY MARKET RASEN LN8 3UU
   Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2(materials), 3 drainage & 4(lighting) of planning permission 145603 granted 11 November 2022
   Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-04-24
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3. 145603 - Otby Lake, Otby Lane, Walesby, Market Rasen
   Planning application for the extension and conversion of boathouse to holiday cottage and erection of 1no. detached holiday lodge amendment to 142164.
   Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2022-09-27

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A brief summary of Otby in Lincolnshire

Walesby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Lindsey district of Lincolnshire, England, with a population of 249 as recorded in the 2011 census. Nestled in the picturesque Lincolnshire Wolds, it is situated 3 miles northeast of Market Rasen and 7 miles south of Caistor, encompassing around 3,600 acres of land, including the hamlets of Risby and Otby. This serene area may present opportunities for various planning applications, reflecting its rural charm and community character.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Otby includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Lincolnshire Wolds. 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 Otby

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Otby. The average decision time was 42 days.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

Nearby Towns

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