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Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Planning applications.

Explore collected planning applications and decisions for Borough Council of King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Search an address, application reference or proposal to find a record.

Collected application statistics

Collected records · All available dates
10,595Searchable applications
343Recorded as pending
88%Approval rate · 6,267 approved or refused records
730Refused applications

5,537 approved · 730 refused · 578 withdrawn. Received dates in our records: 11 Apr 2018 to 13 Oct 2026. Most recent record check: 16 Oct 2026. Counts reflect the last collected status; some records may be out of date.

Local planning information

Council sources checked 14 Sept 2026

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Conservation areas and Article 4 directions

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Conservation areas44 mapped area records
Article 4 direction areas12 mapped area records0 identified HMO area records; remaining records unclassified

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More application records

  1. Unknown26/00732/NT28

    Permitted development under the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 2015 Class B - Replacement 132kV/33kV transformer in the same position as the previous transformer which is to be removed. The replacement transformer is being transported from Bretton substation and its dimensions are shown on the attached drawing.

    Electrical Sub Station And Distribution Site Hamlin Way Hardwick Narrows King's Lynn Norfolk

    Received 29 Apr 2026
  2. Application Permitted26/00735/F

    PART RETROSPECTIVE- Demolition of existing garage and the proposed erection of 1 no. 3 bedroom dwelling (bungalow) with associated works including means of access alterations.

    Brathay 30 Common Road Runcton Holme King's Lynn Norfolk PE33 0AA

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  3. Application Refused26/00736/F

    Siting of 5 x 20 ft shipping containers within the grounds of the South Lynn Community Centre for storage purposes.5 containers will be stored near existing garage at rear of the grounds and adjacent to rear boundary.

    South Lynn Community Centre 10 St Michaels Road King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 5HE

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  4. Decided25/00836/DISC_A

    DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 5 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 25/00836/F - Self-Build - Proposed Self Building Dwelling and Garage

    Land At E561752 N302002 North of 61 And 63 Ryston Road Denver Norfolk

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  5. Decided24/00552/DISC_A

    DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 6 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 24/00552/O - Outline Planning Permission With Some Matters Reserved For: Detached Dwelling and landscape works incidental to the development. Dwelling to be a Holiday Let in association with the adjoining a Caravan Park

    Land E of The Gamekeepers Cottage Lynn Road Middleton Norfolk

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  6. Application Permitted26/00739/LB

    Application for listed building consent for repairs and redecoration to 10 No historic windows, and replacement of No 5 non-historic windows with timber single glazed windows of an appropriate historic style.

    8 St Johns Terrace Blackfriars Road King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 1NW

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  7. Application Permitted26/00740/LB

    This application seeks consent for a programme of essential conservation and repair works at the Carnegie Library, King?s Lynn, focused on arresting decay and improving weather resistance. Key works include localized repairs to the roof tiles, leadwork, and gutters, the restoration of timber ventilation lanterns and windows, and targeted repointing of chimney stacks. The proposal also includes structural crack repairs and the installation of reversible internal features to facilitate continued community use during the project, ensuring all interventions utilize traditional materials to preserve the building's historic fabric.

    Norfolk County Council Library London Road King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 5EZ

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  8. Application Permitted26/00741/F

    Householder - Extension to western elevation of dwelling

    7 Lamport Court King's Lynn Norfolk PE30 4XS

    Received 1 May 2026
  9. Unknown26/00074/TREECA

    T5, 6 and 7 - Oak, Fell and remove stumps. this will allow both the owner and neighbour better views of the marsh. Trees to be replaced elsewhere on site

    Overy House Tower Road Burnham Overy Staithe King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 8JB

    Received 1 May 2026
  10. Decided26/00038/TPO

    2/TPO/00543: Horse Chestnut (T1) - Fell to ground level.

    Land Between 63 And 69 S of Popes Lane Terrington St Clement Norfolk

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  11. Application Permitted26/00742/LB

    Listed Building Consent: Repair and Restoration of the stable block, including the entrance staircase, ball room, lobby and room off the lobby

    St Marys Hall 50 Church Road Wiggenhall St Mary The Virgin King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 3EJ

    Received 29 Apr 2026
  12. Unknown26/00743/TDD

    5 DAY NOTICE: oak tree fallen over which is subject to a TPO (2/TPO/00175), It has come out at the root but there is evidence of rotting in the branches.

    The Old Vicarage 25 Ryston Road Denver Downham Market Norfolk PE38 0DP

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  13. Application Refused21/02302/NMAM_2

    NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO PLANNING CONSENT 21/02302/FM - Proposed development of a ground mounted solar farm and associated infrastructure, access and grid connection cable

    Hall Farm 90 West End Northwold Thetford Norfolk IP26 5LG

    Received 5 May 2026
  14. Awaiting decision26/00745/OM

    Hybrid Application for (1) Outline permission with all matters reserved apart from the 'means of access' for - A central wellness facility and clubhouse building - Associated reception areas, cycle storage, and operational/maintenance buildings - Hard and soft landscaping zones integrated with the resort layout - Renewable energy infrastructure and surface water attenuation systems- up to 154 units of holiday accommodation, including: (Lodges, Treehouses, Private holiday villas and Lakeside apartments) - Car parking (2) Full Planning Permission for the change of use of land to: Tourism, Leisure and Recreation use of land - change of use of lake for tourism/leisure including non-motorised water-based leisure activities such as paddleboarding, canoeing, and rowing - landscaping

    Ashwicken Lake Church Lane Ashwicken Norfolk

    Received 1 May 2026
  15. Application Permitted21/00152/NMAM_5

    NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO PEMISSION 21/00152/RMM: Reserved Matters, up to 300 dwellings and associated infrastructure and access

    Land S of Denver Hill N of Southern Bypass E of Nightingale Lane Downham Market Norfolk

    Received 1 May 2026
  16. Withdrawn26/00748/O

    OUTLINE WITH SOME MATTERS RESERVED: Proposed Self-Build Dwelling

    Land Between 5 And 7 Broadend Road Walsoken Norfolk

    Received 1 May 2026
  17. Withdrawn19/00941/DISC_E

    DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 9 FROM PLANNING PERMISSION 19/00941/O - Outline planning application for 5 building plots

    Oak And Ash Market Lane Walpole St Andrew Wisbech Norfolk PE14 7LT

    Received 1 May 2026
  18. Withdrawn22/01447/NMA_1

    NON MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO PLANNING CONSENT 22/01447/F: First Floor Extension

    The Bolt Hole 51A South Beach Heacham King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 7LH

    Received 1 May 2026
  19. Application Permitted26/00751/F

    Proposed 4No eco friendly bungalows and access roadway

    Land At E562436 N294990 Lions Close Southery Norfolk

    Received 3 May 2026
  20. Application Permitted26/00752/F

    HOUSEHOLDER: Proposed single storey rear and two storey side extension

    Tavullia 144 School Road Terrington St John Wisbech Norfolk PE14 7SG

    Received 5 May 2026
  21. Application Permitted26/00753/LB

    Application for listed building consent for change of use of public house (Use Class Sui Generis) into a dwelling (Use Class C3)

    The Coach & Horses Lynn Road Tilney All Saints King's Lynn Norfolk PE34 4RU

    Received 4 May 2026
  22. Unknown26/00075/TREECA

    T1 Purple Plum - On front boundary, cut back away from the road and pavement. Crown clean removing deadwood, crossing and suppressed growth and epicormic growth. Reduce the remaining crown by up to 30% (1.5 metres)

    32 Chapel Road Dersingham King's Lynn Norfolk PE31 6PN

    Received 4 May 2026
  23. Application Permitted26/00754/F

    Proposed manege (non-commercial purposes)

    East Farm Outwell Road Nordelph Downham Market Norfolk PE38 0BG

    Received 30 Apr 2026
  24. Application Permitted26/00755/F

    RETROSPECTIVE: Siting of modular units associated with existing business

    ARC Training (UK) Ltd Garage Lane Setchey King's Lynn Norfolk PE33 0BE

    Received 29 Apr 2026

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