When new developments are proposed often there is a period for public consultation, to allow the public to comment on planning applications. For information on current consultations and how you can make your views heard see below.

What's new?

Major Development Threatens Gateway To Lake District National Park
6 Jan 2010
A planning application for a major business park in the open countryside north of Kendal at Ratherheath has been submitted to planners.
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Have your say in Lake District National Park planning consultation
12 May 2009
If you have an interest in the future of the Lake District you have the chance to comment on and develop planning policies in an online consultation now.
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Low Borrowdale tourism development turned down
23 April 2009
A planning application for major tourism development in the Borrowdale valley has been turned down today.
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Application for Major Tourism Development threatens Low Borrowdale
Friends of the Lake District is objecting to a planning application submitted by a company called Natural Retreats for the development of 'eco-lodges', holiday cottages and parking in the Borrowdale valley to the north of Kendal - one of the last tranquil valleys in the eastern lakes with currently no road access. If you share our concerns you can write directly to the case officer.