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322 in the last 90 days86 in the last 3030 in the last 1482% approveddecisions typically take 74 days

Source: Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 548 · received or decided in the last 90 days

19 - 21 Mesnes Street Wigan WN1 1QP
Prior notification for change of use of first and second floor from offices (Use Class E) to 3 residential apartments (Use Class C3)
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026A/26/101632/PDMA
7 Reepham Close Winstanley Wigan WN3 6HE
T1 Birch Crown lift by T2 Sycamore Fell T3 Hawthorn Crown reduce by
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026A/26/101695/WTTPO
13 Crowhurst Drive Wigan WN1 2QH
T1 Lime Remove one lower limb to clear garden fence
PendingReceived 21 Oct 2026A/26/101697/WTTPO
20 Rufford Place Tyldesley Manchester M29 7EL
T1 Oak tree in rear garden cut back Oak tree by 2.5 metres from garden no more than 100 mm T2 Sycamore crown lift over garage by 5m and crown reduce back from garden by 2.5 m no more than 100mm
PendingReceived 20 Oct 2026A/26/101685/WTTPO
390 Atherton Road Hindley Green Wigan WN2 4QD
2 sycamore trees The first Sycamore tree has fungal fruiting bodies at the base of the stem, alongside an included union at the base These features raise concerns regarding the potential for internal decay and the structural integrity of the lower stem. Tree 2 The second sycamore has a substantial cavity approximately 600mm above ground level, with a considerable amount of internal decay visible within the affected area. i have concerns regarding the remaining sound wood and the trees structural integrity. Having considered the defects observed in both trees i believe further investigation and appropriate remedial action are warranted and the removal may be the most appropriate long term management option subject to my findings
PendingReceived 20 Oct 2026A/26/101689/WTTPO

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council received?

Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council received 1,735 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 82%.

How long does Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council take to decide applications?

Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council takes an average of 74 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council?

Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council approves 82% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council?

Submit your representation to Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 266 appeals were lodged against Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 24% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council serves as the local authority for the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan in Greater Manchester, England, overseeing a wide array of local government services. Since 2011, the council has been a member of the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, collaborating on regional initiatives and planning efforts. For those researching planning applications in the area, Wigan Council is the key point of contact for guidance and submissions. The council was established in | disbanded =. The council is currently led by David Molyneux (Labour), who has held the position since 23 May 2018. Alison McKenzie-Folan serves as Chief Executive since 2019. The council comprises 75 councillors, with the most recent election held on 2 May 2024.

The council area encompasses 94 towns and villages, including Abram, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Atherton, Golborne, Hindley and Ince in Makerfield. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council received 1,735 planning applications. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (300), discharge of conditions (233), tree works (137). 19 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

266 planning appeals were lodged against Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council decisions, of which 55 were allowed and 173 were dismissed (24% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.