How long do planning decisions take near Yealand Storrs?

The average planning decision time near Yealand Storrs is 28 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 Yealand Storrs?

The planning approval rate near Yealand Storrs is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Yealand Storrs?

The most common type of planning application near Yealand Storrs is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Yealand Storrs?

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Yealand Storrs, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Yealand Storrs, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Yealand Storrs are administered by Lancaster City Council. View the full Lancaster City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Yealand Storrs

Yealand Storrs is a picturesque hamlet located in Lancashire, England, known for its charming rural setting and close-knit community. The area's unique character and potential for development make it an interesting location for planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £287,823 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lancaster
Parliamentary constituency: Morecambe and Lunesdale
LSOA: Lancaster 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Yealand Storrs.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Yealand Storrs based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Yealand Storrs in Lancashire

Property prices in Yealand Storrs show an average sale price of £287,823, 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 Yealand Storrs a particularly low-crime area.

Yealand Storrs has one conservation area within its boundaries: Yealand Conyers and Redmayne. 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 Yealand Storrs includes 6 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cringlebarrow and Deepdale SSSI, Thrang End and Yealand Hall Allotment SSSI, Hale Moss Caves SSSI and 3 more; 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Arnside & Silverdale; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Morecambe Bay Pavements; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Leighton Moss; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Leighton Moss. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Yealand Storrs 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.

Planning Activity in Yealand Storrs

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Yealand Storrs. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 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 Yealand Storrs.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Yealand Storrs were tree works (6), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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