How long do planning decisions take near Waitby?

The average planning decision time near Waitby is 192 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 Waitby?

The most common type of planning application near Waitby is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Waitby?

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Waitby, Cumbria Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waitby, Cumbria.

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About Waitby

Waitby is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness Unitary Authority of Cumbria, England. It encompasses the villages of Waitby and Smardale, along with several small hamlets, and is situated in a predominantly agricultural area at elevations of 200–300m, rising towards Smardale Fell in the south. With a small population of fewer than 100 residents as per the 2011 Census, the parish is bordered by several others, including Ravenstonedale to the south and Crosby Garrett to the west, making it an interesting area for those exploring planning applications and local development opportunities.

Population: 66 (2021)

District: Eden

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Area Information

Admin district: Westmorland and Furness
Parliamentary constituency: Westmorland and Lonsdale
LSOA: Eden 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waitby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waitby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Waitby.

- Wharton House, Waitby, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4HF
Listed building consent for external and internal alterations to domestic building to form additional residential accommodation including restoration of internal doorway, restoration of window opening
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-02-03
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A brief summary of Waitby in Cumbria

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

Waitby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Settle-Carlisle Railway. 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 Waitby includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ash Fell SSSI, River Eden and Tributaries SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Eden; 1 National Parks: 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 Waitby

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Waitby. The average decision time was 192 days.

With an average of 192 days, decisions near Waitby take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Waitby were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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