Smethwick HMO 'Battery Farm' Appeal Could Proceed
A controversial 11-bed HMO in Smethwick, previously rejected by Sandwell Council, could still be approved through a government appeal, raising concerns about waste and vermin issues.
Category : Planning Decisions
Walsall £50m School Plan Called 'Money Grabbing Exercise'
A planning agent accuses Walsall Council of environmental disregard over £50m school plans at Reedswood Park, claiming a 'two-tier planning system' favours affluent areas.
Wolverhampton Shop's Marquee Rejection Leads to New Cafe Plans
After council and government inspectors rejected an unauthorised marquee at Amritsar Sweets in Wolverhampton, owners propose a new 20-seat cafe and takeaway development behind the Dudley Road shop.
Residents Win Planning Appeal for Home Improvements
A Balsall Common couple successfully appealed to the government planning inspectorate after Solihull Council refused retrospective permission for driveway gates and garden walls.
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Rossendale Council Registers New Planning Applications
Rossendale Borough Council has registered several new planning applications, including shop front replacements in Haslingden, extensions in Helmshore, and an accessible WC annexe at Rawtenstall Heritage Railway Station.
Exeter Social Club Applies for Late-Night Licence
Anthony Gordon has applied for a new premises licence for Polsloe and Priory Social Club in Exeter, proposing alcohol sales until 1:30am and entertainment until 2am, with public consultation open until February 2026.
Cinnabar Hertford Applies for Later Weekend Opening Hours
Belvue Business Hub Ltd has applied to extend operating hours at Cinnabar in Hertford, proposing later trading on Fridays, Saturdays, and pre-Bank Holiday days, with a deadline for public representations set for February 11, 2026.
Plymouth Planning Notice: Heritage Works and Register Office Redevelopment
Plymouth City Council has published a planning notice for listed building works at two addresses and the proposed demolition and redevelopment of Plymouth Register Office. The public consultation period runs until February 10, 2026.
Plymouth's The Kitchen Applies for Alcohol Licence (28.01.2026)
Trei Mates Ltd has applied to Plymouth City Council for a premises licence to sell alcohol at The Kitchen on Union Street, with proposed hours until 9pm daily.
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Walsall Nursery Plan Approved After Council Refusal Overturned
A government planning inspector has granted permission for a 130-place nursery in Aldridge, overturning Walsall Council's refusal over highway safety concerns.
Solihull Leaders Query Housing Plan Deadline Flexibility
Solihull Council leaders question if the December 2026 deadline for their housing plan is flexible, as uncertainty grows over meeting government targets amid ongoing disputes.
Plymouth Planning Notice: Listed Buildings and Redevelopment
Plymouth City Council has issued a statutory planning notice detailing applications for listed building works and a major redevelopment of the Plymouth Register Office site, inviting public comments.
Plymouth's The Kitchen Applies for Alcohol Licence
Trei Mates Ltd has applied to Plymouth City Council for a premises licence to sell alcohol at The Kitchen on Union Street. The public can submit representations until February 13, 2026.
Willenhall Factory Demolition Starts Regeneration
Demolition of derelict factories in Willenhall's Locksmith Quarter has commenced, marking a major step in a regeneration scheme to build up to 107 new homes, funded by Levelling Up and WMCA.
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New Carrington 155-home scheme approved despite concerns
Trafford planning committee grants conditional approval for Redrow's 155-home development in New Carrington, despite Environment Agency objections and traffic impact warnings.
MEPC to Lead £200m Bolton Regeneration
Bolton Council selects MEPC, developer behind Manchester's NOMA, to transform the former Crompton Place shopping centre into a mixed-use development with homes, offices, and leisure facilities.
Smethwick HMO Plan Rejected Again by Council
Sandwell Council has rejected a second application to convert a Cheshire Road home into an eight-bed HMO, citing parking problems, poor living conditions, and neighbour disturbance.
Historic Wolverhampton Bank to Become Flats and Cafe
A planning application seeks to convert the 148-year-old grade II listed former Lloyds Bank in Wolverhampton into 20 flats and a cafe, preserving its Italian Renaissance features.
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Birmingham Regeneration Scheme Delayed by Legal Challenge
Birmingham City Council's major Druids Heath estate regeneration faces setback after legal challenge over affordable housing disclosure, prompting councillor criticism.
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Birmingham New Street 'Chicken Quarter' Demolished for Upgrade
Birmingham's New Street 'Chicken Quarter' is being demolished as a major two-year public realm transformation begins, featuring new granite surfaces, improved lighting and enhanced drainage systems.
Cannock Regeneration Stalls Over Theatre Demolition Row
Cannock's town centre regeneration has been halted after councillors voted against funding, primarily due to controversial plans to demolish the Prince of Wales Theatre.
Birmingham HMO Refused Despite Management Assurances
Birmingham planning committee rejects conversion of Cotteridge shop to six-bed HMO, citing over-concentration fears and exempt accommodation concerns despite professional management promises.
Solihull Children's Home Plan Withdrawn
A proposal to convert a four-bedroom house in Monkspath into a children's home has been withdrawn by the applicant during the initial consultation phase.
Church Demolition Plan for Children's Home in Enderby
Blaby District Council will decide on plans to demolish Enderby Life Church in Leicestershire and replace it with a children's care home, despite objections from the parish council.
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Legal Deal for New Birmingham City Centre Development
A legal agreement has been finalised to enable a new development in Birmingham city centre, with plans for a multi-storey building including flats, offices, and retail space.
Plymouth Planning Notice: Key Applications Listed
A statutory planning notice for Plymouth outlines applications under heritage, residential and education categories. Residents have 21 days to view plans and submit representations.
Wealden Council Planning Notices for Listed Buildings
Wealden District Council has published planning notices affecting listed buildings and conservation areas, plus major development proposals in East Sussex. Public consultation open until February 6, 2026.
Cannock Regeneration Stalled Over Theatre Row
Plans to rejuvenate Cannock town centre have been halted after councillors voted down funding due to a dispute over demolishing the Prince of Wales Theatre, a key cultural landmark.
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Birmingham Approves HS2 Curzon Street Station Restoration
Birmingham City Council's planning committee has approved HS2's restoration plans for the historic Old Curzon Street Station while urging the government to expedite the high-speed railway project.
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Hull Seeks Partner for Albion Square Regeneration
Hull City Council is seeking a lead development partner for the Albion Square regeneration project, aiming to transform the former BHS building into a premium mixed-use residential scheme.
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