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62 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Bolton · updated daily · Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 62 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Aba International Bridgeman Place Works Salop Street Bolton BL2 1DZAwaiting decisionVARIATION OF CONDITION 2 (CEMP) AND 3 (CONTAMINATED LAND) TO APPLICATION 10992/21 TO REWORD CONDITIONSReceived 9 Nov 202602015/26
Crompton Place Exchange Street Bolton BL1 1EAAwaiting decisionDISCHARGE OF CONDITION 5 (MEANWHILE USE STRATEGY) ON APPLICATION 01334/26Received 9 Nov 202602024/26
37 Tildsley Street Bolton BL3 6PNAwaiting decisionERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY SIDE AND FIRST FLOOR REAR EXTENSIONReceived 4 Nov 202601996/26
2 Argo Street Bolton BL3 6TTAwaiting decisionCERTIFICATE OF LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT (S192) FOR THE PROPOSED ADDITIONAL USE OF THE PROPERTY (CLASS C3) AS A PRIVATE HIRE SINGLE OPERATOR TAXI BASE FOR 10 VEHICLESReceived 30 Oct 202601962/26
14 - 16 Market Street Bolton BL1 1BUAwaiting decisionCHANGE OF USE FROM FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR STORAGE TO 2 NO. SELF CONTAINED APARTMENTS (CLASS C3) TOGETHER WITH RETENTION OF GROUND FLOOR RETAIL (CLASS E)Received 29 Oct 202601944/26

Planning in Bolton

Approved: 78%; 202 of 248 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

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

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Around Bolton

Postcode districts

BL1 424 applications in the last 12 monthsBL3 281 applications in the last 12 monthsBL2 225 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Bolton

Bolton, located in Greater Manchester, England, lies at the foothills of the West Pennine Moors and serves as the administrative centre of the wider borough. Positioned strategically between Manchester, Blackburn, Wigan, Bury, and Salford, it is surrounded by various towns and villages, all within the historical boundaries of Lancashire. This vibrant town offers a range of planning opportunities and developments for those interested in the area.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bolton 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 Bolton, 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, 330 planning applications were submitted near Bolton. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (108), discharge of conditions (58), advertising consent (49).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bolton?

In the last 24 months, 330 planning applications were submitted near Bolton. The approval rate is 78%.

How long do planning decisions take near Bolton?

The average planning decision time near Bolton is 77 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 Bolton?

The planning approval rate near Bolton is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bolton?

The most common type of planning application near Bolton is full planning applications, with 108 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bolton?

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