Search Columbia planning applications
14 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Columbia · updated daily · Sunderland City Council
Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- 11 The Gardens Columbia Washington NE38 7DNAwaiting decisionInstallation of an Air Source Heat PumpFull ApplicationReceived 23 Oct 202626/02315/FUL
- 17 Whickhope Fatfield Washington NE38 8SHAwaiting decisionErection of side extension that connects and enlarges the existing garageReceived 3 Sep 202626/01726/FUL
- 26 Hebden Court Washington NE38 8FQAwaiting decisionProposed front porch.Received 12 Aug 202626/01686/FUL
- 7 Biddick Villas Columbia Washington NE38 7DTAwaiting decisionErection of two storey side extension. Installation of first floor opening to rear. Installation of first floor bow window to front elevation. Render entire propertyFull ApplicationReceived 8 Nov 202525/02601/FUL
- 97 Avebury Drive Washington Village Washington NE38 7DAAwaiting decisionErection of front extension to provide porch and shower room with pitched roofFull ApplicationReceived 7 Nov 202525/02592/FUL
Planning in Columbia
No decisions near Columbia in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Columbia in the last 24 months, from Sunderland City Council's planning register.
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Around Columbia
Postcode districts
NE38 31 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Sunderland City Council
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About Columbia
Columbia is a village subdivision within the town of Washington, located in Tyne and Wear, England. This area is part of a larger urban development, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications and community development initiatives in the region. It sits within the Sunderland district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Columbia 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 Columbia a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Columbia has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Columbia 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 Columbia, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Columbia.
The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1).