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33 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Ulverston · updated daily · Westmorland and Furness Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 33 · received or decided in the last 90 days

The Mill Mill Street Ulverston LA12 7EBAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for internal alterations to facilitate the change of use of the upper floor of The Mill Public House from a cocktail bar (sui generis) to self-catering holiday accommodation (sui generis).Listed Building ConsentReceived 26 Oct 20262026/2075/LBC
The Mill Mill Street Ulverston LA12 7EBAwaiting decisionChange of use of the upper floor of The Mill Public House from a cocktail bar (sui generis drinking establishment) to self-catering holiday accommodation (sui generis), including internal alterations to the internal layout.Full ApplicationReceived 26 Oct 20262026/2074/FPA
39 Woodland Road ULVERSTON LA12 0DXAwaiting decisionApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of a front entrance porchLawful Development Certificate - Proposed UseReceived 22 Oct 20262026/1987/LDPR
Lloyds Bank Plc Union Street ULVERSTON LA12 7HRAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for Change of Use from a bank (Use Class E(c)(i)) to four flats (Use Class C3), including associated internal and external worksListed Building ConsentReceived 21 Oct 20262026/2064/LBC
Lloyds Bank Plc Union Street ULVERSTON LA12 7HRAwaiting decisionChange of Use from a bank (Use Class E(c)(i)) to four flats (Use Class C3), including associated internal and external worksFull ApplicationReceived 21 Oct 20262026/2044/FPA

Planning in Ulverston

Approved: 86%; 102 of 116 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

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

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Around Ulverston

Postcode districts

LA12 258 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Westmorland and Furness Council

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About Ulverston

Ulverston is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England. Nestled just south of the Lake District National Park and north-west of Morecambe Bay, it is well-connected to nearby towns, with Lancaster 39 miles to the east and Barrow-in-Furness 10 miles to the south-west. The town's population has seen a slight increase, from 11,524 in 2001 to 11,678 in 2011, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development.

Property prices in Ulverston show an average sale price of £318,105, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Ulverston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ulverston has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ulverston 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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In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Ulverston. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (49), tree works (37), discharge of conditions (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ulverston?

In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Ulverston. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Ulverston?

The average planning decision time near Ulverston is 72 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 Ulverston?

The planning approval rate near Ulverston is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ulverston?

The most common type of planning application near Ulverston is full planning applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ulverston?

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