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Planning in Bottom o' th' Moor

Approved
90%
38 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Bottom o' th' Moor

Bottom o' th' Moor is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bottom o' th' Moor 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 Bottom o' th' Moor 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, Bottom o' th' Moor 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 Bottom o' th' Moor, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Bottom o' th' Moor. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bottom o' th' Moor?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Bottom o' th' Moor. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bottom o' th' Moor?
The average planning decision time near Bottom o' th' Moor is 59 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 Bottom o' th' Moor?
The planning approval rate near Bottom o' th' Moor is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bottom o' th' Moor?
The most common type of planning application near Bottom o' th' Moor is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bottom o' th' Moor?
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