Pica, Cumbria Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Pica, Cumbria. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Cumbria council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
CHANGE OF USE OF AGRICULTURAL LAND TO A PRIVATE, PRE-BOOKED DOG EXERCISE AREA (LOW-INTENSITY LEISURE USE), INCLUDING REINFORCEMENT OF EXISTING BOUNDARY FENCING, INSTALLATION OF SECURE PEDESTRIAN ACCESS GATE, AND PROVISION OF SMALL CUSTOMER PARKING AREA
PROPOSED TWO STOREY FRONT EXTENSION AND LOFT CONVERSION
CHANGE OF USE OF LAND TO FORM THE CREATION OF A CAR PARK TO SERVICE DISTINGTON WALLED GARDEN AND CAFE AND ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING AND ACCESS ARRANGEMENTS
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About Pica - Planning Applications & Local Development
Distington is a sizable village and civil parish located in Cumbria, England, just 3 miles south of Workington and 4 miles north of Whitehaven. Historically part of Cumberland, the parish encompasses nearby settlements such as Common End, Gilgarran, and Pica, and it recorded a population of 2,256 in the 2011 census, reflecting a slight increase from 2001. This growing community may present various opportunities for planning applications and local development projects.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pica 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 Pica a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Pica has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pica 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Pica, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.