Brookhouse (BB1), Lancashire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Brookhouse (BB1), Lancashire.
Lancashire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Brookhouse (BB1) are administered by Hyndburn Borough Council. View the full Hyndburn Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Brookhouse (BB1)
Brookhouse is a village located within the civil parish of Caton-with-Littledale in the Lancaster district of Lancashire, England. Nestled near the River Lune and within the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the parish includes several other villages, such as Caton and Littledale. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 2,738, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those exploring planning opportunities in a picturesque rural setting.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Hyndburn
- Parliamentary constituency: Hyndburn
- LSOA: Hyndburn 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Brookhouse (BB1).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brookhouse (BB1).
- 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 Brookhouse (BB1) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
67 planning applications found near Brookhouse (BB1).
- - Land to the south of Whalley Old Road Blackburn
Discharge Condition No 8 "validation " relating to Plots 23-27, 62-65 and 76-77 pursuant to planning application 10/20/0716
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - - Trinity Court Birley Street Blackburn BB1 5LU
The works include the installation of AOV systems to all floors within the lobby/bin chute area to the rear elevation, the installation of AOVs to the top floor within the stairwell at the rear elevat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - St Michaels Court Blackburn BB1 5LX
The works include the installation of AOV systems to all floors within the lobby/bin chute area to the rear elevation, the installation of AOVs to the top floor within the stairwell at the rear elevat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - St Albans Court Blackburn BB1 5LY
The works include the installation of AOV systems to all floors within the lobby/bin chute area to the rear elevation, the installation of AOVs to the top floor within the stairwell at the rear elevat
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - 16 The Grange Wilpshire Blackburn Lancashire
T1 (Beech) - Crown lift and thin to maintain natural form and allow light onto property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Ribble Valley | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - 10/26/0349 - 31 King William Street Blackburn BB1 7DJ
Installation of defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to external wall
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-22 - 10/26/0250 - Lloyds Bank Church Street Blackburn BB2 1JQ
Repair and replacement of certain internal doors following internal health & safety and security review
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-20 - - 31 King William Street Blackburn BB1 7DJ
Installation of defibrillator and bleed kit cabinets to external wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - 10/26/0320 - St John's Centre Victoria Street Blackburn
Variation of Condition No.2 'drawings' pursuant to planning application 10/23/0777 "Conversion and extension of existing Grade II listed church to provide office accommodation" - amendments to roof pr
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-08 - 10/26/0321 - St John's Centre Victoria Street Blackburn
Variation of Condition No.2 'drawings' pursuant to listed building consent application 10/23/0778 "Conversion and extension of existing Grade II listed church to provide office accommodation" - amendm
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-08 - - Blackburn College, Victoria Centre Blakey Moor Blackburn BB2 1LH
Amendments to previously approved refurbishment of Victoria Building (10/22/0913, -comprising recladding of rooftop walkway and alteration of window louvres.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - 10/26/0316 - Land at Jack Walker Way Blackburn
Erection of 1x V Stack sign
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-02 - 10/26/0318 - Holy Trinity Church Mount Pleasant Blackburn BB1 5DQ
Repair of masonry parapets and copings to Chancel East gable, North Transept, South Transept and associated leadwork and roofing repairs
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-04-02 - 10/26/0304 - Land off Redlam Brow Blackburn
Discharge Condition No.13 "protection of water mains scheme " pursuant to planning application 10/25/0505
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-30 - - St John's Centre Victoria Street Blackburn
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans), pursuant to listed building consent 10/23/0778 "Conversion and extension of existing Grade II listed church to provide office accommodation" - amendments to
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Holy Trinity Church Mount Pleasant Blackburn BB1 5DQ
Repair of masonry parapets and copings to Chancel East gable, North Transept, South Transept and associated leadwork and roofing repairs
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - St John's Centre Victoria Street Blackburn
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans), pursuant to planning application 10/23/0777 "Conversion and extension of existing Grade II listed church to provide office accommodation" - amendments to roo
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 66 King William Street Blackburn BB1 7DT
1no illuminated fascia sign and 1no illuminated projecting sign to shop front
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 66 King William Street Blackburn BB1 7DT
Change of use of ground floor from cafe (Use Class E(b)) to restaurant/takeaway (Sui Generis) and alterations to shop front including new windows, door and security shutters (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - 10/26/0214 - Abacus Office Supplies 50 Tontine Street Blackburn BB1 7ED
Discharge Condition Nos 4 "car parking scheme" and 5 "control of cooking odours and fan noise scheme" pursuant to planning application 10/22/1214
Status: Undecided | Council: Blackburn with Darwen | Date: 2026-03-11
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A brief summary of Brookhouse (BB1) in Lancashire
Brookhouse is a village located within the civil parish of Caton-with-Littledale in the Lancaster district of Lancashire, England. Nestled near the River Lune and within the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the parish includes several other villages, such as Caton and Littledale. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 2,738, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those exploring planning opportunities in a picturesque rural setting.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Brookhouse (BB1) a particularly low-crime area.
Brookhouse (BB1) has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Darwen Street, Corporation Park, King Street, Northgate, Cathedral, Richmond Terrace. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
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Planning Activity in Brookhouse (BB1)
In the last 24 months, 114 planning applications were submitted near Brookhouse (BB1). Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Brookhouse (BB1).
At 57 days on average, decisions near Brookhouse (BB1) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Brookhouse (BB1) were full planning applications (52), discharge of conditions (15), outline applications (8). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 92 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 49 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 6 applications
- Awaiting decision: 58 applications
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