How long do planning decisions take near Underbarrow?

The average planning decision time near Underbarrow is 109 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 Underbarrow?

The most common type of planning application near Underbarrow is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Underbarrow?

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Underbarrow, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Underbarrow, Cumbria.

Cumbria · England · settlement

Planning applications in Underbarrow are administered by Westmorland And Furness Council. View the full Westmorland And Furness Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Underbarrow

Underbarrow is a quaint village situated in the scenic Lake District National Park, approximately 3 miles west of Kendal in Cumbria. It falls within the civil parish of Underbarrow and Bradleyfield, part of the Westmorland and Furness district, and is governed by a parish council. The village's population has seen a slight decline, from 351 residents in 2001 to 330 in 2011, making it a small, tight-knit community relevant for planners and developers exploring local projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £290,380 (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 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Underbarrow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Underbarrow.

- The Old School, Underbarrow, Kendal, LA8 8HJ
Alterations and extensions - variation of condition 2 (plans) on application 7/2022/5012 for window changes, change of rear large glazed frame from oak to aluminium, remove render from porch and reins
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-10-23
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- Dale View Farm, Underbarrow, KENDAL, LA8 8HQ
Variation of condition 2 (Occupancy) of planning permission 7/2022/5662. Amendment to conditions 1, 3, 5 on planning application 7/2022/5113 to use blue/grey slate on the roof for all three units orig
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Lake District | Date: 2025-06-18
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- Nook Cottage, Underbarrow, Kendal, LA8 8HJ
Demolition of existing single-storey extension and porch with replacement two-storey extension and porch following withdrawal of 7/2023/5210
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-11-02
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- Nook Cottage, Underbarrow, Kendal, LA8 8HJ
Demolition of existing single-storey extension and porch with replacement two-storey extension and porch following withdrawal of 7/2023/5209
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Lake District | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Underbarrow in Cumbria

Property prices in Underbarrow show an average sale price of £290,380, 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 Underbarrow a particularly low-crime area.

Underbarrow 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 Underbarrow includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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 Underbarrow

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Underbarrow. The average decision time was 109 days.

With an average of 109 days, decisions near Underbarrow 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 Underbarrow were discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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