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Thornhill

Map of Thornhill highlighting the proposed Site Allocations. 

For more information on the Site Allocations and Policies Plan, please click here

To give feedback, please click here

Topic and Technical Papers

Topic and Technical Papers

Tributes following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Information for the public following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Village Services Report

The Village Services Survey assesses the level of service prevision in all the settlements outside the 4 Main Towns in Copeland

Ward Maps of Proposed Site Allocations

Here you can find maps which highlight the proposed site allocations for your area. For more information about the Site Allocations and Policies Plan, please click here.

If you have any comments about this plan, please click here to fill in a feedback form. 

West Cumbria Economic Blueprint

The West Cumbria Economic Blueprint sets out Britain’s Energy Coast’s vision for the development of the local economy in West Cumbria over the next 15 years. Launched in June 2012, the Blueprint articulates the collective aims of local public and private sector partners to build on the area’s unique nuclear expertise and global position to develop a dynamic, wealth creating, sustainable economic future for today, tomorrow and future generations.

West Cumbria Employment Land and Premises Study

The West Cumbria Employment Land and Premises Study was commissioned by Copeland and Allerdale Borough Councils.

West Cumbria Retail Studies

In April 2008, Copeland Borough Council, Allerdale Borough Council and Cumbria County Council commissioned WYG Planning and Design to undertake an assessment of the current and future retail role of the main centres within the West Cumbria Sub-Region.  The study includes an in-depth analysis of the retail provision within the main centres of the West Cumbria Sub-Region, including an assessment of the extent to which the centres are meeting the retail needs of the local population and the role of the local shopping network and the Sub-Regional shopping hierarchy.  The West Cumbria Retail Study was published in April 2009.

The West Cumbria Retail Assessment Addendum was published in January 2012.

West Cumbria Retail, Town Centres and Leisure Study

Allerdale and Copeland Council jointly commissioned a Retail, Town Centres and Leisure Study for the West Cumbria region in January 2020. One of the key purposes of the Study is to act as the evidence base to assist in the formulation of future development plan policy and land use allocations, as well as providing baseline information to assist in the determination of planning applications for retail and leisure development.

West Whitehaven SPD

Work has started on the preparation of a new Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) for the area of coastal fringe between the Candlestick Chimney in the north and Birkhams Quarry to the south. The SPD will encompass the former chemicals works on the “Marchon / Rhodia” site, Haig Mining Museum and part of the St Bees SSSI along the coastal strip. The Cumbrian Coastal Path runs approximately north / south through the area, linking Whitehaven Harbour to the North West’s only section of Heritage Coast at St Bees Head.      

West Whitehaven has a complex and extensive history of mining, quarrying and industrial activity which has left a legacy of ground contamination, mine shafts and scars in the landscape, as well as a number of buildings and structures of historical and archaeological interest. The area also supports a variety of interesting and nationally significant wildlife.

The SPD will set out planning guidelines for West Whitehaven’s future protection and enhancement, and will identify possible areas where carefully designed, small scale development which meets local needs, may be acceptable.      

West Whitehaven Supplementary Planning Document

Work has started on the preparation of a new Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) for the area of coastal fringe between the Candlestick Chimney in the north and Birkhams Quarry to the south. The SPD will encompass the former chemicals works on the “Marchon / Rhodia” site, Haig Mining Museum and part of the St Bees SSSI along the coastal strip. The Cumbrian Coastal Path runs approximately north / south through the area, linking Whitehaven Harbour to the north west’s only section of Heritage Coast at St Bees Head.

West Whitehaven has a complex and extensive history of mining, quarrying and industrial activity which has left a legacy of ground contamination, mine shafts and scars in the landscape, as well as a number of buildings and structures of historical and archaeological interest. The area also supports a variety of interesting and nationally significant wildlife. The SPD will set out planning guidelines for West Whitehaven’s future protection and enhancement, and will identify possible areas where carefully designed, small scale development which meets local needs, may be acceptable.

Whitehaven

Map of Whitehaven highlighting the proposed Site Allocations. 

For more information on the Site Allocations and Policies Plan, please click here

To give feedback, please click here

Whitehaven Town Centre and Harbourside SPD

Copeland Borough Council formally adopted the Whitehaven Town Centre and Harbourside Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) on 6th September 2012.

Whitehaven Town Centre Heritage and Design Series

A number of documents have been produced as part of the Whitehaven Town Centre Heritage and Design Series.

Building Regulations Application for Building Control Approval with Full Plans (England)

 Building Regulations Application for Building Control Approval with Full Plans (England)

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CBC39 - Matter 15, Action 48

CBC39 - Matter 15, Action 48

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Landowners, Agents and Developers Part 1

RF1 - Landowners, Agents and Developers Part 1

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Local Plan Consultation Regulation Statement

Regulation 22(1)(c) Statement of Copeland Borough Council in support of Copeland Local Plan 2021-2038 - September 2022

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Plastic recycling - what goes in?

Find out exactly what can - and can't - go in your 'plastics' recycling box.

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11.1 Letter from the Inspector to CBC - 27/11/2012

Core Strategy and Development Management Policies Examination

Examination Document List Reference 11.1 - Letter from the Inspector to Copeland Council dated 27/11/12

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12.1 Letter from the Programme Officer 17/01/2013

Core Strategy and Development Management Policies Examination

Examination Document List Reference 12.1 - Letter dated 17/01/2013 from the Programme Officer consisting of guidance notes, timetable Issues and Matters.

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13.1 Response to the Inspector's Letter 28/11/12

Core Strategy and Development Management Policies Examination

Examination Document List Reference 13.1 - Response to the Inspector's Letter (Reference 11.1) dated 28/11/2012

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15.1 Borough Council Statements Matter 1

Copeland Core Strategy and Development Management Policies Examination

Examination Document List Section 15 - Response to the Inspector's Issues and Matters from the Council

Reference 15.1 - Borough Council Statements Matter 1 - Procedural Matters and Legal Compliance

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15.10 Borough Council Statements Matter 10

15.10  Borough Council Statements Matter 10 - Other Strategic Matters

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15.10 Borough Council Statements Matter 10

Copeland Core Strategy and Development Management Policies Examination

Examination Document List Section 15 - Response to the Inspector's Issues and Matters from the Council

Reference 15.10 - Borough Council Statements Matter 10 - Other Strategic Matters

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