Category : Planning Decisions


Decision due on 199-home Littleborough development

A crucial council meeting next week will determine the fate of a 199-home scheme near Littleborough. The plan includes a potential relief road but faces over 300 objections over traffic and infrastructure. Read the latest.

New row over controversial Cotswolds cottage renovation

Fresh objections have been lodged against plans for a Grade II-listed cottage on 'England's prettiest street' in Bibury, following a police probe into an alleged shooting incident. Read the latest on the long-running dispute.

Sweet shop plan for house rejected by inspectors

A government planning inspector has upheld a council's decision to block a house conversion into a sweet shop in West Bromwich, citing noise, odours, and parking issues. Read the full story.

Manchester skyscraper plans rejected by council

Plans for two towers in Manchester city centre have been unanimously rejected. Councillors slammed the lack of affordable housing and the impact on neighbours' light. Read the full details.

Cornwall holiday pods refused over flood risk

Cornwall Council has refused a retrospective application for four holiday pods and a pool in Hayle, citing significant flood risk. Read the full story on the planning decision.

Wealden's Listed Building Planning Proposals Published

Wealden District Council has published four significant planning applications affecting listed buildings and conservation areas in Fletching, Mayfield, Rotherfield, and Danehill. Residents have until January 30, 2026, to submit comments.

Olton children's home plan rejected by Solihull planners

Solihull Council's planning committee has refused a proposal to convert a house in Dene Court Road, Olton, into a children's home. The decision, driven by highway safety concerns, followed a petition and 38 objections. Read the full story.

Gas pipeline easement planned for Kemsing meadow

Sevenoaks District Council has issued a statutory notice to grant SGN an easement for a replacement gas pipeline at Oxenhill Meadow. Residents have until January 23, 2026, to submit written representations.

Castle Bromwich extension gets green light

Solihull planners unanimously approve a two-storey rear extension in Poundley Close, Castle Bromwich, overriding neighbour concerns over size and character. Read the full debate.

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