How long do planning decisions take near The Howe?

The average planning decision time near The Howe is 111 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 The Howe?

The planning approval rate near The Howe is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near The Howe?

The most common type of planning application near The Howe is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Howe?

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The Howe, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Howe, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £266,225 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: South Lakeland 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Howe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 The Howe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near The Howe.

- Dawson Fold, Lyth Valley, Kendal, LA8 8DE
New detached annex stone faced with cladding. Slate roof with conservation style rooflights.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-09-08
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- Dawson Fold House, Lyth, KENDAL, LA8 8DE
Amendment to design and use of garage, condition 2 (plans) on planning permission 7/2018/5118 - Refurbishment of the existing house including replacement windows, re slating the roof and removal of an
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2021-07-27
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- Dawson Fold House, Lyth, Kendal, LA8 8DE
Non material amendment to planning approval ref. 7/2017/5704 (2 storey house extension, refurbishment and re-roofing of the existing house and new car port and garden outbuilding) to allow omission of
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Lake District | Date: 2018-05-15
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- Dawson Fold House, Lyth, Kendal, LA8 8DE
Refurbishment of the existing house including replacement of windows, re slating the roof and removal of an existing chimney. A new 2 storey extension consisting of a kitchen dining room and utility r
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2018-02-26
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- Dawson Fold House, Lyth, Kendal, LA8 8DE
2 storey house extension, refurbishment and re roofing of the existing house and new carport and garden outbuilding
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2017-10-18
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- Field 8662, land immediately north of Low Farm, Lyth, Crosthwaite, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8DE
Erection of new dwelling - outline
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Lake District | Date: 2013-11-12
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- Lyth Valley Field, Lyth Valley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 8DE
Agricultural building for livestock
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2009-04-20
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A brief summary of The Howe in Cumbria

The Howe is a settlement located in Cumbria, England.

Property prices in The Howe show an average sale price of £266,225, 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 The Howe a particularly low-crime area.

The Howe 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 The Howe includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Whitbarrow SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay Pavements; 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.

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Planning Activity in The Howe

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near The Howe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 111 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near The Howe.

With an average of 111 days, decisions near The Howe take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near The Howe were amendments (1).

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