How long do planning decisions take near Brightholmlee?

The average planning decision time near Brightholmlee is 52 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 Brightholmlee?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Brightholmlee?

The most common type of planning application near Brightholmlee is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brightholmlee?

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Brightholmlee, South Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brightholmlee, South Yorkshire.

South Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brightholmlee are administered by Sheffield City Council. View the full Sheffield City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Brightholmlee

Brightholmlee is a quaint rural hamlet located in the City of Sheffield, approximately 6.2 miles northwest of the city centre and within the Stannington Ward. Once a farming community, it now features primarily residential properties with the last operational farm, Lee Farm, sold for development in 2013. The area consists of four historical farmsteads, including Manor Farm and High Lea Farm, making it an interesting location for planning applications amid its transition from agriculture to residential use.

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Area Information

Admin district: Sheffield
Parliamentary constituency: Penistone and Stocksbridge
LSOA: Sheffield 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brightholmlee.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brightholmlee.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Brightholmlee based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Brightholmlee in South Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Brightholmlee a particularly low-crime area.

Brightholmlee has one conservation area within its boundaries: Brightholmlee. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Brightholmlee includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wharncliffe Crags SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: PEAK DISTRICT. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Brightholmlee

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Brightholmlee. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Brightholmlee may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Brightholmlee were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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