Planning applications in DE56
We hold 1,503 planning applications for the DE56 postcode area, 215 of them submitted in the past year. 94% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 55 days. The area is covered by Amber Valley, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire.
Councils covering DE56
Recent applications in DE56
Felling of 2 no. Conifers
Dormer to the side rear part of the chalet bungalow to for an en-suite to the master bedroom to include a 4m rear single storey flat roof extension with rooflight.
Variation of Condition 3 (materials) of planning application PA/2026/0088 to allow for a change of external materials.
See attached "260727 Mrs Watts Schedule"
T1 Sycamore Tree to have 3 limbs removed T2 the Beech Tree to have 1 lower branch removed. Both to create more light in the garden
Non material amendment to AVA/2024/0328 for an amendment to the approved front elevation. The amendment proposes the omission of the approved rendered finish to the existing front elevation and the replacement of the previously approved window to the gym with a smaller natural stone bay, matching the existing adjacent stone bay in terms of its projection, materials and detailing.
Fell 2 Leylandii trees
Fell Leylandii
Construction of a double storey rear extension, amendments to existing window openings and constriction of new double garage.
Proposed extension to existing farmhouse to create a new kitchen / dining space with a preliminary bedroom above
Application to determine if prior approval is required for proposed works to rebuild an existing side extension, to extend 7.75m, with an overall height of 3.00m and a height to the eaves of 2.80m
See attached "260625 Robeys Schedule"
Fell tree in front garden
Removal of Flowering Cherry in side garden
Front and rear two storey extensions, single storey side extension and resurfacing of garden area in permeable block paving
General maintenance and pollarding of the Lime trees on site. Annually trim back the low lying branches (lift the crown), keep the base of the trees tidy and trim off the low branches when needed. Pollard the trees on a 3 - 5 year cycle.
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a flat roof single storey rear extension to extend 4.5m, with an overall height of 2.85m and a height of 2.55m to the eaves
Application to determine if prior approval is required for the formation of an access track to be used in association with the applicants farming enterprise
Alterarion to shop front
Proposed external insulation to property alongside alterations to front door and rainwater goods
Reapplication of expired application TRE/2023/0337 Sycamore tree- Crown lift branches over the garage to clear the roof by 6ft and removal of limb which is invasive of neighbours property which is also showing sign of rot in a wound made by a previous rubbing branch
Prunus - Crown reduce heavily by 4 metres. The tree has a large cavity at around 2 metres and therefore a reduction would prolong the lifespan of the tree.
T1 Holly - Prune to reduce back from the road. Reduce top by 1m to shape in sides to reduce by 1m all rounds to create shape and manage size of tree in front garden
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed single-storey rear extension to an existing three-storey dwellinghouse.
Remove epicormic growth from all trees within red line on plan (church yard) from ground level up to crown break or 5m above ground level. Crown lift any tree within red line to a height to obtain 2.4m clearance above the pavement and 5.2m above the road. Crown lift avenue of trees within blue line of plan to 3m above ground level for access to graves. Repeat work as necessary to maintain clearances and remove growth for 10 years following the date of decision notice. All work required to maintain access and highway clearance.
Proposed raised balcony to rear of house and rendering of external walls.
G1 - Main road (Makeney Road), Mixed species trees. Crown lift all trees to 5.5m over carriageway. Remove large amounts of deadwood currently overhanging road. Fell x2 dead Elm. , T2 - Horse Chestnut. Large limb failure/dead within crown. Remove and reduce remaining crown by 1-2m, pruning to suitable growth points. , G3 - Mixed species. Through prune BT line along roads edge. Crown lift mature trees to 5.5m and prune back all other trees behind the curb line/ road edge. Sever ivy on roadside trees to aid in future inspections. Fell declining Sycamore (75% of crown dead).
5-day notification under Regulations 14(1)(c) of the Town and Country Planning (Tree Preservation)(England) Regulations 2012 to carry out works crown raise 1x lime tree to 5.2 metres to comply with statutory highway clearance within TPO No. 43 A4.
Removal of dying/leaning conifer hedge and replacing with a 6 foot concrete post and panel fence.
First floor side extension
Listed building consent for the removal of the paint on the window cills to the front elevation and replace with bare stone finish. Sand and repaint the front door and replace the door fittings
Cedar. Removal of unattached or dangerous stems within the upper crown. Selective end weight reduction of the lateral crown to lessen risk of future failures by up to 5m. With the intention to not reduce the aesthetic appearance of the tree Assessment of the current bracing system and installation of a non invasive (cobra) version to support the crown structure under wind loading
Listed building consent for replacement of lead flashing on a wall between 7 Field Rowand Belper Unitarian Chapel (Grade II Listed). Repointing of stone copings and gable end.
Construction of an agricultural outbuilding
Replacement vehicular and pedestrian access, to improve visibility, car movement within the site and a separate dedicated pedestrian access
Single storey rear extension to existing house to form orangery with minor internal alterations
Proposed new fencing and gate for safe guarding
Proposed installation of dropped kerbs to the front of the property to provide vehicular access, together with the formation of a gravel driveway
T1 - Beech - Fell T1 to ground level with use of a crane - all waste to be removed. T2 (Oak) and T3 (Sycamore) - Reduce canopies of T2 and T3 by up to 2m, leaving a balanced crown and removing all waste. , , I have visited the property on Wirksworth Road a number of times to inspect the Beech tree (T1) and to discuss options with Mr Rafferty. On the 16th February 2026 I produced a Tree Condition Report that recommended T1 be removed in full, including stump grinding where appropriate. This report is attached to the application to evidence my justification and reasons for applying. , The tree is protected by Derbyshire County Council and there is an ongoing case regarding it, the reference for which is - DCC Ref: 0219435 & 0163817. ,
Single Storey Rear Extension and Front Porch Extension
Removal of existing sprinkler tank and sprinkler pump house and replace with new sprinkler pump house and tank.
Oak T1 - crown reduce eastern canopy by 1.5m to give clearance from building and reduce leverage on poor unions, reduce high branch over shed by 2m
Reduce height of three Eucalyptus trees
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed erection of two new dormers to an existing loft conversion.
T2 Ash - crown reduction of 4-5m
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate to construct a rear single storey kitchen extension and relocate the existing rear access door to the side elevation.
Single storey extension to include kitchen/dining space, utility and garage.
Listed Building Consent for the proposed dismantling and rebuilding of existing stone boundary wall to the north of the house.
2no. front dormers and 2no. roof lights to rear. Removal of rear chimney stack. Paint existing render and block up side first floor window.
Single storey Infill side extension to create utility and shower room. New lean too pitched roof to front elevation and cosmetic improvements.