Inspector Overrules Council on Youth Centre Retirement Homes
A planning inspector has overturned Dudley Council's refusal to allow 49 retirement apartments on a former youth centre site in Kingswinford, citing improved site use and adequate parking.
Category : Planning Decisions
Solihull Farmer Loses Holiday Let Appeal on Green Belt
A Solihull sheep farmer's bid to build a holiday let cabin on farm land has been rejected by a government inspector, upholding the council's refusal due to green belt protections.
Cheshire Oaks Business Park: 12 New Commercial Units Approved
Cheshire West and Chester Council has approved plans for 12 flexible commercial units at Cheshire Oaks Business Park in Ellesmere Port, designed for office, research, and industrial uses to boost local economy.
Council Slams Green Belt Housing Decision as 'Shocking'
Walsall Council's deputy leader criticizes a government inspector's approval of 115 homes on green belt land, citing local opposition and environmental concerns.
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Council Approves 150 Homes on Farmland Despite Village Opposition
South Staffordshire District Council has approved Bloor Homes' controversial plan for 150 new homes on farmland in Coven, overriding 465 resident objections. The development includes a health hub, school expansion land, and flood storage.
Oldbury's Former Bank May Be Converted to Six-Bed HMO
A planning application has been submitted to transform the vacant grade II listed former Barclays bank in Oldbury town centre into a six-bed house of multiple occupation with a new shop.
Smethwick Food Trailer Appeal Rejected Over Safety Issues
A government inspector has upheld Sandwell Council's decision to reject a food trailer in a Smethwick car park, citing insufficient parking and pedestrian safety risks.
Rossendale Council Gets New Planning Applications for Feb 20
Rossendale Borough Council has registered several planning applications, including a new two-storey dwelling, a children's home conversion, and extensions, with decisions pending review.
Tasley Garden Village: 1,500 Homes Plan Nears Approval
Controversial plans for a 1,500-home 'Garden Village' near Bridgnorth in Shropshire are recommended for approval, featuring a primary school, country park, and affordable housing.
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Demolition Starts on Birmingham's Priory Square
Work has commenced to tear down the former Priory Square shopping centre in Birmingham, 11 months after its closure due to fire safety risks, marking the end of an iconic hub for the city's alternative community.
Priory Square Demolition Starts in Birmingham
Demolition work has commenced at Priory Square in Birmingham, with photos revealing severe decay and graffiti at the former shopping centre, which closed last March.
Solihull Planners Reject 'Awful' House Extension Plan
Solihull Council has rejected a revised house extension plan in Castle Bromwich after neighbours and councillors argued it remains out of character with the area, despite some design changes.
Premier Inn Hotel on Carlisle's City Walls Site for Planning Decision
Cumberland Council's planning committee will debate a proposal for a new 104-bedroom Premier Inn hotel on the site of the former Central Plaza Hotel in Carlisle's Victoria Viaduct, incorporating historic city walls.
Blackpool Post Office Hotel Plans Still Being Explored
Blackpool Council confirms ongoing evaluation of proposals to convert the Grade II listed former Abingdon Street Post Office into a 90-bedroom hotel, supported by £8m government funding.
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Liverpool's £1bn King Edward Tower Approved for Regeneration
Liverpool Council has approved a 28-storey residential tower, the first phase of the £1bn King Edward regeneration project, despite policy clashes and concerns over design and parking.
Shopping Centre Demolition Plan for Birmingham's Tallest Building
An investment firm has submitted pre-application plans to demolish Martineau Place shopping centre, potentially making way for a 60-storey residential tower that could become Birmingham's tallest structure.
Coffee Station at Tunbridge Wells Seeks Alcohol Licence
A new licensing application has been submitted for The Coffee Station at Tunbridge Wells Central Railway Station, seeking permission to sell alcohol for on and off-premises consumption, with proposed hours from 6am to 11pm daily.
Plymouth Planning Applications Open for Public Comment (17.02.2026)
Plymouth City Council has published a new set of planning and listed building applications, including heritage repairs, commercial conversions, and residential developments. Residents have 21 days to submit comments.
Jewellery Quarter Redevelopment Plans Recommended for Approval
Plans to redevelop a key site in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter with 269 apartments and commercial space have been recommended for approval ahead of a crucial council meeting this week.
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Jewellery Quarter Site Redevelopment Recommended for Approval
Major plans to redevelop a key site in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, featuring 269 new apartments and commercial space, have been recommended for approval by council officers ahead of a crucial planning committee meeting.
Bristol's £500m 'King's Cross' Regeneration Plan Unveiled
A massive £500 million development near Temple Meads station aims to transform Bristol's Silverthorne Lane into a vibrant mixed-use hub with homes, a school, university space, and new public areas.
Residents Call for Hotel Scheme Reduction Over Sea Views
A campaign group in Newquay is urging planners to scale back a hotel redevelopment project, arguing oversized apartment blocks threaten public sea views and the town's coastal character.
Leader Rejects 330-Home Green Belt Plan in Kingswinford
Dudley Council's leader has dismissed an outline planning application by Persimmon Homes for 330 homes on green belt land in Kingswinford, stating the developer is 'trying their luck' and the site is not in the local plan.
Solihull Traders React to Mell Square Regeneration Plans
Local traders in Solihull town centre have expressed mixed feelings about the multi-million pound Mell Square regeneration scheme. While many welcome the potential benefits, concerns remain about parking loss and the area's transformation.
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Pirate Ship Home on River Severn Faces Demolition Threat
A father who built a unique £60,000 pirate ship home on the River Severn without planning permission now fears it could be torn down by the council as he seeks retrospective approval.
Solihull Green Belt Development Approved for 145 Homes
Solihull planners have unanimously approved a 145-home development on green belt land between Solihull and Knowle, despite opposition from MP Saqib Bhatti and local residents over concerns about loss of green space and infrastructure strain.
Harborne Police Station to be Demolished for New Homes
Birmingham City Council has recommended approval for plans to demolish the former Harborne Police Station and construct new townhouses and apartments on the site, citing brownfield land use and economic benefits.
Dudley Council to Rule on 34-Bed HMO in Office Block
Dudley Council planners will consider two HMO applications, including converting Regent House into a 34-bedroom HMO, amid police concerns over parking and crime rates.
Council Leader Slams Aldi Over 'Continuous Lies' in Access Row
Warwick District Council leader criticizes Aldi and developers for misleading residents over store access changes in Leamington Spa, as safety concerns delay planning decision.
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Solihull Approves Hotel Conversion for Vacant Office
Solihull Council has granted planning permission to transform a vacant office building on Warwick Road into an 81-bedroom hotel, addressing local accommodation needs.
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