Search Birch Vale planning applications
10 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Birch Vale · updated daily · High Peak Borough Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 21, New Mills Road, Hayfield, Derbyshire, SK22 2EXAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawfulness for a proposed single storey rear extensionCertificate of Lawfulness - ProposedReceived 3 Aug 2026HPK/2026/0308
- Moor Edge, New Mills Road, Birch Vale, Derbyshire, SK22 1BXRefusedCertificate of Lawfulness for an existing C3 residential status for the building known as Moor Edge Bungalow as a single dwellinghouse within Use Class C3Certificate of Lawfulness - ExistingReceived 23 Mar 2026Decided 9 Jul 2026HPK/2026/0127
- Birch Hall, New Mills Road, Birch Vale, Derbyshire, SK22 1BTApprovedProposed new pitched roof to replace existing flat roof for a portion of the house. New pitched roof to existing garage structure (detached)Full - HouseholderReceived 26 Feb 2026Decided 23 Apr 2026HPK/2026/0090
- Birch Vale Quarry Ltd, Oven Hill Road, Birch Vale, Derbyshire, SK22 1BYAwaiting decisionScoping for a proposed Northern and South-Eastern Landfill Extension and associated Materials Recycling Facility, Wash Plant for Soils Recycling, and removal of Remaining Stone DepositsConsultation by other authorititesReceived 4 Feb 2026CON/2026/0013
- Birch Vale Quarry Ltd, Oven Hill Road, Birch Vale, Derbyshire, SK22 1BYApprovedScreening Opinion for Arden & Birch Vale Landfill Site (SCRW/1/148, SCRM/1/149, SCRW/1/150, SCRW/1/151)Consultation by other authorititesReceived 4 Feb 2026Decided 1 Apr 2026CON/2026/0012
Planning in Birch Vale
- Approved
- 86%
- 12 of 13 decided
- Decision time
- about 13 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Birch Vale in the last 24 months, from High Peak Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Birch Vale
Postcode districts
SK22 70 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: High Peak Borough Council
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About Birch Vale
Birch Vale is a charming village located in the High Peak district of Derbyshire, nestled between New Mills and Hayfield, just outside the Peak District National Park. The majority of the village, along with the nearby hamlet of Thornsett, falls under the jurisdiction of New Mills Town Council, while a small eastern portion near the former Grouse Inn is administered by Hayfield. This unique administrative division may be relevant for those looking into planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,174. It sits within the Hayfield district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Birch Vale area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Birch Vale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Birch Vale has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birch Vale planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
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In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Birch Vale. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (5), tree works (2).