Search Birchmoor planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Birchmoor · updated daily · North Warwickshire Borough Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

113 Kitwood Avenue Dordon B78 1PFAwaiting decisionDriveway alterations with boundary treatments, porch to front, external wall insulation & 2No. Air conditioning condenser units to front & side (Part retrospective)Other DevelopmentReceived 9 Nov 20262026/0809/HH
The Nook 24 Whitehouse Road Dordon B78 1QFAwaiting decisionChange of use of dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to HMO (Use Class C4)Other DevelopmentReceived 29 Oct 20262026/0805/FUL
Game Cock Inn Cockspur Street Birchmoor B78 1AHAwaiting decisionOutline application with all matters reserved save for access for redevelopment of public house and HMO site to 9No. Dwellings including 1No. Flat and convenience store (Use Class E) with reconfigured access off Hermitage Lane and 19No. parking spacesMinor DevelopmentReceived 9 Oct 20262026/0804/OUT
Land to the West of Hermitage Lane Cockspur Street Birchmoor B78 1AHAwaiting decisionOutline application with all matters reserved save for access for 100% affordable residential development comprising 28No. Dwellings, new adoptable vehicular access road, Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS), and associated worksMajor DevelopmentReceived 30 Sep 20262026/0739/OUT
31 Oak Close Polesworth B78 1ETApprovedfor a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed garage conversionOther DevelopmentReceived 31 Jul 2026Decided 28 Oct 20262026/0549/LAWP

Planning in Birchmoor

Approved: 100%; 12 of 12 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Birchmoor in the last 24 months, from North Warwickshire Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Birchmoor

Postcode districts

B78 117 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: North Warwickshire Borough Council

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About Birchmoor

Birchmoor is a historic former coal mining village located in the North Warwickshire district, approximately one mile southwest of Polesworth and two miles east of Tamworth, separated by the M42 motorway and the Staffordshire county boundary. Originally established around the Birchmoor Colliery, which operated from 1860 until its closure in 1927, the village is typically regarded as part of the Polesworth area. This context is important for anyone researching planning applications, as the area's industrial heritage may influence land use and development proposals.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Birchmoor 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 Birchmoor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Birchmoor has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birchmoor 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Birchmoor, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Birchmoor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birchmoor?

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Birchmoor. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Birchmoor?

The average planning decision time near Birchmoor is 94 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Birchmoor?

The planning approval rate near Birchmoor is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birchmoor?

The most common type of planning application near Birchmoor is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Birchmoor?

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