Staveley, Cumbria Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Staveley, Cumbria.
Cumbria · England · settlement
Planning applications in Staveley are administered by Cumberland Council. View the full Cumberland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Staveley
Staveley, located in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria, is a charming village situated 4 miles northwest of Kendal, at the confluence of the River Kent and its tributary, the Gowan. Known as Staveley-in-Westmorland, it comprises three civil parishes—Nether Staveley, Over Staveley, and part of Hugill—boasting a population of 1,593 as per the 2011 Census, which includes residents from the nearby hamlet of Ings. This picturesque village offers a unique blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.
Population: 428 (2021)
District: South Lakeland
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Area Information
- Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
- Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
- LSOA: South Lakeland 005D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Staveley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Staveley.
- 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 Staveley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Staveley.
- - Hylands, Seed Howe, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PP
Single-storey front extension to replace existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 8, Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PW
Fitting of PV Solar Panels to the south facing aspect of the dwelling house roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 8, Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PW
Replacement garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 15, Rawes Garth, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9QH
Proposed rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - 5 Bridge End Cottages, Bridge End, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9LZ
Alterations to combine 5 Bridge End Cottages with the adjoining Rock Cottage to create a single dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - The Vicarage, Kentmere Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PA
Maple (T1) - thin by 15%. Apple (T2) - reduce by 20%. Mixed trees (G3) - crown raise birch to 3.5m over driveway and fell 2 x dead ash. Willow (T4) - coppice. Birch (T5) - crown raise to give 2.5m ove
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Part OS 1242, Windermere Road, Staveley, Cumbria
Erection of three dwellings - variation of condition 1 (plans) on application 7/2006/5272 and application 7/2024/5673 for design amendments
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-11-11
View full details - - Roanne, Raven Garth, Staveley, Cumbria LA8 9PG
Convert existing garage into living space. Removal of garage door and replace with a window and brickwork
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - 8, Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PW
Prunus serrula tree (marked with X in notification) - Fell to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - Pear Tree House, Brow Lane, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PJ
New Veranda to cover part of patio in front of patio doors
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - St James's Church, Brow Lane, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PA
1 x Ash tree (marked as 1 in notification) - Dismantle to leave 5m habitat monolith. 1 x Cypress tree (marked as 2 in notification) - Reduce damaged leader by up to 4m. 2 x Cypress trees (marked as 3
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lake District | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - 7 , Brow Lane, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9PH
Proposed upper floor side and single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Staveley in Cumbria
Staveley, located in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria, is a charming village situated 4 miles northwest of Kendal, at the confluence of the River Kent and its tributary, the Gowan. Known as Staveley-in-Westmorland, it comprises three civil parishes—Nether Staveley, Over Staveley, and part of Hugill—boasting a population of 1,593 as per the 2011 Census, which includes residents from the nearby hamlet of Ings. This picturesque village offers a unique blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 428 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Lakeland district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Staveley a particularly low-crime area.
Staveley has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Staveley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Kent and Tributaries SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Kent; 1 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Staveley 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 Staveley
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Staveley. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Staveley.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Staveley were tree works (8), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.
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