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Planning in Tarns

Only 3 decisions near Tarns in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Tarns in the last 24 months, from Cumberland Council's planning register.

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Postcode districts

CA15 65 applications in the last 12 monthsCA7 233 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cumberland Council

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About Tarns

Tarns is a small farming settlement situated in the civil parish of Holme St. Cuthbert, Cumbria, approximately two miles north-east of Mawbray and 23 miles south-west of Carlisle. The B5301 road traverses the area, connecting Tarns to nearby towns such as Silloth-on-Solway, five-and-a-half miles to the north, and Aspatria, four-and-a-half miles to the south-east. Surrounding settlements include Aikshaw, Goodyhills, Jericho, and New Cowper, making Tarns an integral part of the rural landscape in the region. It sits within the Holme St Cuthbert district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tarns 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 Tarns a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tarns 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 Tarns, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Tarns.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tarns?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Tarns.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tarns?
The most common type of planning application near Tarns is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tarns?
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