Search Western Bank planning applications

18 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Western Bank · updated daily · Cumberland Council

Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18

Shewood, West Road, Wigton, CA7 9RGApprovedProposed extension both external and internal to form a 5 bed-roomed detached houseHouseholder planning permissionReceived 12 May 2026Decided 24 Jul 2026HOU/2026/0073
Vacant Site, Meeting House Lane, Wigton, CA7 9EDRefusedSeven new flats over three floorsPermission In PrincipleReceived 23 Apr 2026Decided 10 Jun 2026PIP/2026/0001
Oak House, Station Hill, Wigton, CA7 9BJRefusedCertificate of lawfulness for a small business working from home garage to do carpet whipping (edging) for off cuts of carpets to form rugs. The business will have no detriment to the neighbouring amenity areaLawful development: Proposed useReceived 22 Apr 2026Decided 24 Jun 2026CLDP/2026/0004
31 West Street, Wigton, CA7 9NXAwaiting decisionThe works comprise like-for-like repairs solely intended to reinstate the building to its pre-damage condition without altering its architectural or historic character. The proposals include: • Repairing the slate roof using existing slates, with any losses replaced using matching diminishing slate (green slate), and re-bedding the stone ridge in lime mortar. • Rebuilding the east gable end in local red sandstone, matching the existing material as closely as practicable and using lime mortar in accordance with Historic England guidance page 18. • Reconstructing the collapsed chimney on its original footprint using Cherwell Terrace blend brick - Furness, constructed in an NHL mortar to match the appearance of other lime work, with 5 replacement chimney pots matching the originals. All associated leadwork will be completed in keeping with historic construction methods and lime mortar as gable end. • Replace timber sub frame like for like from window surround in gable elevation. • Rebuild the inner wall using C20 brick to match existing.Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Works to a listed buildingReceived 24 Mar 2026CLDL/2026/0001
Osborne Farm, Wigton, CA7 9SYWithdrawnProposed telecommunications installation: 11 x 9 metre medium wooden telecommunications polesRegulation 5 - Part 16: Electronic communications code operatorsReceived 18 Feb 2026REG5/2026/0109

Planning in Western Bank

Approved: 79%; 11 of 13 decided
Decision time: about 12 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Western Bank in the last 24 months, from Cumberland Council's planning register.

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Around Western Bank

Postcode districts

CA7 233 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Cumberland Council

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About Western Bank

Western Bank is a settlement located in Cumbria, England.

Property prices in Western Bank show an average sale price of £205,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Western Bank area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Western Bank 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Western Bank, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Western Bank. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (5), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Western Bank?

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Western Bank. The approval rate is 79%.

How long do planning decisions take near Western Bank?

The average planning decision time near Western Bank is 84 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 Western Bank?

The planning approval rate near Western Bank is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Western Bank?

The most common type of planning application near Western Bank is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Western Bank?

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