Search Slack Head planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Slack Head · updated daily · Westmorland and Furness Council

Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Daniel Croft Hale MILNTHORPE LA7 7BHAwaiting decisionChange of use of land from equestrian use (Use Class Sui Generis) to residential (Use Class C3). Demolition of existing garage, erection of a two storey side extension and detached garage with associated landscaping and drainage worksFull ApplicationReceived 23 Sep 20262026/1607/FPA
The Joiners Shop 1 Leighton Beck Road Slack Head MILNTHORPE LA7 7AXAwaiting decisionApplication for approval of details reserved by conditions 5b & 5c (contamination) and 6 (construction method statement) attached to planning permission 2024/2210/FPAApproval of Details Reserved by Condition(s)Received 17 Jul 20262026/1442/DISC
Heron Theatre Stanley Street Beetham Milnthorpe LA7 7ASApprovedListed Building Consent for internal works to reconfigure existing toilet facilities and provide fully accessible WC, alterations to existing bar and food preparation area and replacement of rainwater goodsListed Building ConsentReceived 28 May 2026Decided 23 Oct 20262026/1088/LBC
Heron Theatre Stanley Street Beetham MILNTHORPE LA7 7ASApprovedInternal works to reconfigure existing toilet facilities and provide fully accessible WC, alterations to existing bar and food preparation area and replacement of rainwater goodsFull ApplicationReceived 28 May 2026Decided 23 Oct 20262026/1087/FPA
White Cottage Hale MILNTHORPE LA7 7BLApprovedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed replacement of an existing septic tank with a new sewage treatment plant in the same positionLawful Development Certificate - Proposed UseReceived 4 Mar 2026Decided 26 Mar 20262026/0477/LDPR

Planning in Slack Head

Approved: 100%; 10 of 10 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Slack Head

Postcode districts

LA7 58 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council

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About Slack Head

Slack Head, also known as Slackhead, is a quaint hamlet located near Beetham in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria. Situated within the Beetham civil parish, it is predominantly a residential area, featuring a solitary postbox as its only amenity. Notable local attractions include a small shrine to Saint Lioba integrated into a wall and the Fairy Steps, a natural limestone staircase nestled in nearby woodlands to the northwest, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Slack Head show an average sale price of £295,796, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Slack Head 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 Slack Head a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Slack Head has 29 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Slack Head 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 Slack Head, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Slack Head. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Slack Head?

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Slack Head. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Slack Head?

The average planning decision time near Slack Head is 60 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 Slack Head?

The planning approval rate near Slack Head is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Slack Head?

The most common type of planning application near Slack Head is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Slack Head?

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