Private dog park plan for farmland near Carnforth
Plans have been revealed for agricultural land near Nether Kellet to be turned into a dog exercise field.
Moonspirit Limited have applied for change of use from agricultural land to a secure dog exercise field, erection of associated field shelter and fencing and creation of car parking area.
Planning documents said the application site is land to the north of Addington Road, Carnforth.
The site area is 8085 sq metres.
The planning design and access statement said: “The field will be bookable for exclusive use and will offer 25-minute booking sessions running every half an hour.
"The exercise field will provide professional dog walkers and private households with an exclusive, safe and secure recreational space to let their dog(s) off the lead without fear of poor recall, attacks on livestock or mixing with other dogs.
"It provides a useful facility for those who need to exercise their dogs safely without covering large distances, as well as being a safe space for any anxious dogs, service dogs or dogs with behavioural issues.
“The field will be booked exclusively so there will only be one user on site at any one time.
“The proposal includes for agility equipment to be placed in the field, including A frame, dog walk, see-saw and tunnel.
"The proposal includes a dog waste bin within the field. The site will be walked daily, and any dog or general waste not already disposed of, will be collected and placed in the appropriate bin.
"Dog ownership has increased significantly in recent years, alongside a growth in professional dog walking, creating a clear and expanding demand for secure dog exercise and training facilities.
“Such fields provide a safe, controlled environment for dogs that are reactive, anxious, in training, recovering from injury, or unable to be exercised safely in public spaces.
"They also reduce conflict with livestock and wildlife and help alleviate pressure on parks, public open spaces and rights of way.
"The proposal delivers clear economic and social benefits by supporting a rural enterprise, meeting an identified need for safe outdoor recreation, and promoting health and wellbeing, whilst preserving the openness and environmental quality of the countryside.”
Councillors have yet to make a decision on the planning application.
The planning application reference number 26/00122/FUL can be viewed at https://www.lancaster.gov.uk/planning/view-applications-and-decisions