Inspector slams Solihull Council over 'unreasonable' denial
A government inspector overruled Solihull Council, allowing a taller extension and awarding costs to the applicant, citing unreasonable behavior by the council.
Category : Planning Decisions
Urgent Fire Safety and Roof Works at Birmingham School
Birmingham City Council seeks approval for £5 million in urgent works at Lindsworth School, including fire door replacement and roof repairs, to ensure student safety.
Lidl Revises Plans for Wolverhampton Penn Road Store
Lidl has unveiled updated proposals for a new supermarket on the site of the former Goldthorn Hotel in Wolverhampton, featuring enhanced amenities and requiring a fresh planning application after delays.
Historic Lad in the Lane Pub Faces Office Conversion Plan
A planning application has been submitted to transform Erdington's historic Lad in the Lane pub, which claims to be Birmingham's oldest, into office space with supported accommodation for vulnerable women.
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Home Bargains Developer Wins Approval for 250+ Liverpool Homes
Davos Property Developments, the property arm of Home Bargains, secures planning permission for over 250 new homes on two stalled sites in Liverpool's city centre, including a 13-storey tower near the Baltic Triangle.
Derelict Birkenhead Site to Become Shops and Flat
A derelict site near Birkenhead North station is proposed for redevelopment into two commercial units and a residential flat, aiming to boost local economic vitality and improve the area's appearance.
Walsall Rooftop Food Court Recommended for Refusal
Planners recommend refusing retrospective application for unauthorised food court on Asda car park roof, citing safety risks and multiple objections from authorities and residents.
Developer Warned Over Birmingham's Historic Electric Cinema
Property developer Glenbrook faces urgent calls from city leaders to act on the deteriorating condition of the UK's oldest working cinema, the Electric Cinema in Birmingham, which has been closed since 2024.
Hyndburn Council Registers New Planning Applications (20.04.2026)
Hyndburn Borough Council has received several planning applications, including a major proposal for 91 dwellings in Altham and commercial developments in Church and Great Harwood.
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New Cemetery Entrance Plan to Ease Birmingham Traffic Chaos
Birmingham City Council has submitted a planning application to create a second entrance at Sutton New Hall Cemetery to address dangerous traffic congestion and conflicts between mourners and residents.
Veterinary Hospital to Replace Old Land Rover Dealership in Wolverhampton
City of Wolverhampton Council has given the green light to demolish the former Land Rover showroom on Stafford Street and construct a new two-storey veterinary hospital offering 24/7 animal care.
Castle Bromwich 'Monstrosity' House Approved Over Pub Design
Solihull Council planners have approved a controversial seven-bedroom house in Castle Bromwich, with officers citing its design resemblance to the Toby Carvery pub opposite as justification.
West Bromwich's 143-Year-Old Church to Become Flats
New plans propose converting the historic Hallam Street Methodist Church in West Bromwich into residential flats, following earlier demolition concerns from Sandwell Council.
7-Bed Home Approved for Resembling Toby Carvery Pub
A controversial seven-bedroom house in Solihull, dubbed a 'monstrosity' by a councillor, gets planning approval as its design aligns with a nearby Toby Carvery pub, despite local objections over size and character.
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Appeal Fails for Ex-Irish Club Conversion in Tyseley
Birmingham City Council's rejection of a plan to turn the former Scanlon's Club into a community and prayer facility has been upheld on appeal due to road safety and parking concerns.
Council Rejects HMO Plan After 91 Objections
Sandwell Council has refused planning permission for a 14-bed HMO above Ashworth Pharmacy in Smethwick, citing noise concerns, inadequate natural light, and insufficient parking spaces.
Sutton Coldfield Car Park Sale Sparks Town Centre Concerns
Birmingham City Council's plan to sell 60% of South Parade car park and a neighbouring brownfield site has raised fears it will 'stunt growth' and harm local businesses by reducing critical parking.
Warwick Council Could Lose Major Planning Powers
Warwick District Council risks being stripped of authority over significant developments after too many refusals were overturned on appeal, potentially entering special measures.
Birmingham Council Faces Ire Over Regeneration Delay
Birmingham City Council confirms additional time needed to resubmit Druids Heath regeneration plans after a legal challenge quashed original approval, with councillors criticising transparency.
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Shell Petrol Station Expansion Approved in Solihull
Solihull Council's planning committee unanimously approved Shell's revised plan to expand a Warwick Road petrol station, despite objections from local residents and a councillor over increased noise and disturbance.
Floozie Steps Removed in Birmingham's Victoria Square Revamp
Construction work has begun on the steps near the iconic Floozie in the Jacuzzi as part of Birmingham's extensive city centre regeneration, with new paving and improved public spaces expected by late May.
Mayor Urges Developer to Protect Historic Electric Cinema
West Midlands Mayor Richard Parker and Council Leader John Cotton have written an open letter to property developer Glenbrook, expressing serious concerns about the deteriorating condition of the UK's oldest working cinema and calling for urgent action to
Birmingham HS2 Station Public Realm Plans Approved
Birmingham City Council has approved major public space designs around the new Curzon Street HS2 station, aiming to create a world-class landmark destination with distinct character areas including Station Square and Curzon Promenade.
Government Inspector Overrules Council on HMO Plans
A government planning inspector has approved two HMOs in Wolverhampton after overturning the council's rejection. The inspector dismissed crime and parking concerns raised by local authorities and police.
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Mumbles Pier Restaurant Plans Delayed, Owners Seek Extension
The transformation of Mumbles Pier's old lifeboat station into a restaurant faces further delays as owners request a five-year extension to start work, originally approved in 2021.
Five-Storey Apartment Block Planned Next to Barons Quay
Courts Developments has submitted an outline application for an 84-flat, five-storey apartment block with retail space on Tabley Street in Northwich, which would become one of the tallest buildings in the town centre.
New Manufacturing Units Approved for Coventry Airport Site
Warwick Council has granted planning permission for seven new manufacturing units and a battery facility at Coventry Airport, set to close permanently in June 2026, potentially creating thousands of jobs.
HS2 Curzon Street Station Public Realm Plans Set for Approval
Council officers have recommended approval for major plans to create characterful public spaces around Birmingham's new HS2 Curzon Street Station, including five distinct areas with gardens and squares.
Historic Wirral Town Halls Listed for Sale by Council
Wirral Council has listed both Grade II* listed Birkenhead and Wallasey town halls for sale through property consultants Lambert Smith Hampton, seeking market interest to assess viability amid high maintenance costs.
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McDonald's at Birmingham Airport Advances with Planning Approval
Solihull Council has granted further planning consent for McDonald's new drive-thru restaurant at Birmingham Airport, including adjustments to signage and digital screens.
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