Hyndburn Borough Council has registered a series of new planning applications between Monday, April 6 and Sunday, April 12, covering a range of developments across the borough. These proposals include renewable energy installations, residential extensions, and changes of use for commercial properties, reflecting ongoing urban and suburban growth in the area.
Key Applications Submitted
The applications feature several notable projects aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and housing. Among the most significant is a proposal for the installation of solar panels on the flat and pitched roofs of West End Primary School on Aspen Lane in Oswaldtwistle, submitted on April 10, 2026. This initiative aligns with broader environmental goals by promoting sustainable energy use in educational facilities.
Residential Developments and Extensions
Multiple householder applications have been filed for single-storey extensions. These include a rear and side extension at 77 Southwood Drive in Baxenden, Accrington, submitted on March 16, 2026, and a rear extension at 220 Blackburn Road in Accrington, submitted on March 31, 2026. Additionally, a dormer bungalow is proposed on land at Sough Lane and Haslingden Old Road in Oswaldtwistle, also submitted on March 31, 2026, indicating a trend towards expanding residential spaces in the region.
Changes of Use and Legal Certifications
Several prior approval applications seek to convert ground floor spaces from Class E commercial use to dwellinghouses. These affect properties at 5-7, 9, and 11 Eagle Street in Accrington, all submitted on March 31, 2026, potentially transforming these areas into residential units. In other legal matters, a discharge of conditions application for Accrington Magistrates Courts on Manchester Road addresses construction management and archaeological recording, submitted on April 1, 2026.
Additional Projects and Infrastructure
Further applications include the erection of a ramp and raised patio at 55 Brantwood Avenue in Oswaldtwistle, submitted on April 1, 2026, and the construction of a new three-car garage with drop kerbs at 4 Blackleach on Blackburn Old Road in Great Harwood, submitted on April 2, 2026. A certificate of lawful existing use has also been requested for the creation of a dwelling known as the 'Old Pig House' at Rushes Farm on Stanhill Lane in Oswaldtwistle, submitted on April 8, 2026, regularising its residential status.
These planning applications highlight Hyndburn's dynamic development landscape, with projects ranging from eco-friendly upgrades to residential expansions. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review the details as part of the council's transparent planning process.
