How long do planning decisions take near Scotter?

The average planning decision time near Scotter is 57 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 Scotter?

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

How can I track planning applications near Scotter?

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Scotter, Lincolnshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scotter, Lincolnshire.

Lincolnshire · England · settlement

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

About Scotter

Scotter is a significant village and civil parish located in West Lindsey, Lincolnshire, England, positioned conveniently between the towns of Scunthorpe and Gainsborough. Its strategic location may influence planning applications and developments in the area, making it a key consideration for prospective builders and developers.

Population: 3,167 (2021)

District: West Lindsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £177,390 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Lincolnshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scunthorpe
LSOA: North Lincolnshire 022B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scotter.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scotter based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

49 planning applications found near Scotter.

WL/2026/00515 - 23 ST PETERS ROAD, SCOTTER
Planning application to remove existing pre-fab garage and erect single storey rear extension, remove side conservatory extension, and raise roof to facilitate loft conversion including front facing d
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-06-08
WL/2026/00092 - 5 ST PETERS ROAD, SCOTTER
Planning application for proposed rear extension, extending rear dormer and other alterations to existing dwelling and driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-26
WL/2026/00039 - LAND AT, 26 GAINSBOROUGH ROAD, SCOTTER
Outline planning application to erect 2no. dwellings - access to be considered and not reserved for subsequent applications.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2026-01-12
WL/2025/01102 - LAND ADJACENT 3 LINDHOLME, SCOTTER
The Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) – Regulation 5 Notice of Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus - 11m Medium Wooden Pole
Status: Decided | Type: Telecomms Determin. - 28 days | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-11-04
WL/2025/00759 - MAPLE LODGE, 19 ROOKLANDS, SCOTTER
Planning application for single storey rear extension and erect new garage block, including demolition of existing garages being variation of condition 2 of planning permission WL/2025/00127 granted 2
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-07-22
WL/2025/00540 - LAND AT, KIRTON ROAD TO MESSINGHAM, SCOTTER
Planning application for installation of a solar farm with associated works. (cross boundary application with North Lincolnshire Council)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Application - Major | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-05-29
WL/2025/00437 - 2 CHARLES AVENUE, SCOTTER
Planning application for rear single storey flat roof extension, two storey rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-05-07
WL/2025/00413 - 10 PINETREE AVENUE SCOTTER GAINSBOROUGH DN21 3TY
Planning application for single storey extension to existing timber garden room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-04-14
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WL/2025/00343 - 3 SANDS LANE, SCOTTER
Planning application to erect attached side car port.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-04-07
WL/2025/00147 - 11 GAROBEN, THE ROOKERY, SCOTTER
Planning application for two storey rear extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-02-14
WL/2025/00127 - MAPLE LODGE, 19 ROOKLANDS, SCOTTER
Planning application for single storey rear extension and erect new garage block, including demolition of existing garages.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-02-06
WL/2025/00118 - 109 HIGH STREET, SCOTTER
Planning application for dropped kerb, timber gate, and area of hardstanding.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-02-04
WL/2025/00008 - THE PADDOCKS, LINDHOLME, SCOTTER GAINSBOROUGH
Planning Application for Replacement of existing single garage with double garage and first floor storage
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2025-01-03
WL/2024/00796 - LAND AT, KIRTON ROAD TO MESSINGHAM, SCOTTER
Request for a screening opinion for proposed solar farm.
Status: Approved | Type: Request for a Screening Opinion | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-10-04
WL/2024/00581 - LAND WEST OF, NORTH MOOR ROAD, SCOTTER
Request for confirmation of compliance with conditions 2 (reserved matters), 4 (surface water drainage), 5 (foul drainage), 6 (accessibility), 7 (site investigation) and 8 (construction method stateme
Status: Decided | Type: Condition Discharge | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-07-09
WL/2024/00469 - ROSEDALE, 6A CECIL CLOSE, SCOTTER
Planning application to erect front porch
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-06-14
WL/2024/00231 - 41 Charles Avenue, Scotter, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application to convert garage and erect first floor extension above.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-03-22
148043 - 5 Pinetree Avenue, Scotter, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application for extension to garage roof including installation of dormer windows to create space in the roof for a home office and gym.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-03-04
147912 - 2 Beechwood Drive, Scotter, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire
Planning application for first floor front extension, loft conversion, part garage conversion, front canopy's with other internal & external alterations.
Status: Approved | Type: Householder Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-02-14
147915 - 12-14 High Street, Scotter, Gainsborough, Lincs
Planning application for the erection of 1no. two storey detached dwelling with garage and orangery, the renovation of existing granny flat/summer room and the renovation and extension of a granary/wo
Status: Approved | Type: Full Planning Application | Council: West Lindsey | Date: 2024-02-06

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A brief summary of Scotter in Lincolnshire

Property prices in Scotter show an average sale price of £177,390, 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 Scotter a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Scotter includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Scotton Beck Fields SSSI. 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 Scotter

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Scotter. The average decision time was 57 days.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Scotter slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Scotter were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 6% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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