Search Bolam planning applications
8 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Bolam · updated daily · Darlington Borough Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- The Old Vicarage Brownside Lane Bolam Darlington DL2 2UPAwaiting decisionThe installation of solar panels on the garden outbuilding roof, including the installation of two Tesla Powerwall batteries in the garden store.Listed Building ConsentReceived 1 Apr 2026DM/26/00842/LB
- The Old Vicarage Brownside Lane Bolam Darlington DL2 2UPAwaiting decisionThe installation of solar panels on the garden outbuilding roof, including the installation of two Tesla Powerwall batteries in the garden store.Full Planning ApplicationReceived 1 Apr 2026DM/26/00841/FPA
- Grey Roofs Brownside Lane Bolam Darlington DL2 2UPApprovedT1 (blue border) - Oak Lift crown to 3.5 metres from the ground, T2 (turquoise border) - Hawthorn Reduce crown to 1.5 - 2.0 metres from the ground to maintain a clearance around the telephone line, Fell T3 (purple border, large) Goat Willow, Fell T4 (purple border, small) - Goat Willow, T5 (red border) - Purple Leaved Cherry Plum Crown reduction by 2.5 metres.Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 7 Aug 2024Decided 30 Aug 2024DM/24/02178/TCA
- Farm Building To The South East Of Hindberry Farm Stobhill Lane Bolam DL2 2URApprovedErection of PV panels with boundary hedgerow to serve adjacent barn conversionFull Planning ApplicationReceived 12 Feb 2021Decided 8 Apr 2021DM/21/00467/FPA
- Farm Building To The South East Of Hindberry Farm Stobhill Lane Bolam DL2 2URApprovedVariation of condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to planning permission DM/14/03274/FPA - Conversion of existing agricultural building to residential dwellingVariation of ConditionReceived 12 Feb 2021Decided 19 Apr 2021DM/21/00466/VOC
Planning in Bolam
No decisions near Bolam in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bolam in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Bolam
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DL2 287 applications in the last 12 months
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About Bolam
Bolam is a quaint village in County Durham, England, located a few miles north-west of Darlington. As of the 2021 census, the parish's population stood at 84, reflecting a small but tight-knit community. This serene setting may offer unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those interested in rural development and local heritage. The settlement has a population of approximately 84 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bolam 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 Bolam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bolam 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Bolam.
The most common types were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).