How long do planning decisions take near Tebay?

The average planning decision time near Tebay is 33 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 Tebay?

The most common type of planning application near Tebay is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tebay?

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Tebay, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tebay, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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About Tebay

Tebay is a village and civil parish located in Cumbria, England, within the historic region of Westmorland. Nestled in the upper Lune Valley at the head of the scenic Lune Gorge, Tebay has seen its population grow from 728 in 2001 to 776 by 2011, making it a small yet vibrant community. This picturesque area offers unique planning opportunities amidst its natural beauty.

Population: 826 (2021)

District: Eden

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: Eden 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tebay.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tebay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Tebay.

- Land adjacent The Old School Tebay Penrith CA10 3TP
Four detached dwellings and associated development.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Land off Low Lane Tebay Penrith CA10 3SF
Discharge of condition 3 (materials), attached to approval 23/0791.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Westmorland and Furness | Date: 2024-05-24
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A brief summary of Tebay in Cumbria

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Tebay a particularly low-crime area.

Tebay 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 Tebay includes 2 National Parks: LAKE DISTRICT, YORKSHIRE DALES. 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 Tebay

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Tebay. The average decision time was 33 days.

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tebay were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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