How long do planning decisions take near Dale Brow?

The average planning decision time near Dale Brow is 48 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 Dale Brow?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Dale Brow?

The most common type of planning application near Dale Brow is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Dale Brow, Cheshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dale Brow, Cheshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Cheshire East
Parliamentary constituency: Macclesfield
LSOA: Cheshire East 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dale Brow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dale Brow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Dale Brow.

- Patchway, 22 Heybridge Lane, Prestbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4ES
Retrospective planning due to severity of the risk of failure. Ash tree - Fell due to Ash Die Back disease.
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Doune Cottage Bollin Hill, Prestbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4BS
The proposal comprises a series of extensions to improve the functionality and capacity of the dwelling. The works include a two storeys rear extension to enlarge the utility room and kitchen on the g
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 14 Dunlin Rise, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 2SP
Proposed single storey rear extension with balcony balustrade changed to glazed and rear fenestration changes
Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Willowbank Willowmead Drive, Prestbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4BU
Tree works to two silver birch trees to remove deadwood and remove 8-10m from the top of two Lombardy Poplar trees
Type: Trees | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-11-01
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- 28 Redshank Drive, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 2SN
Proposed single storey rear extension with balcony balustrade changed to glazed and rear fenestration changes.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-02-20
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- Barlow Fold, 30 Heybridge Lane, Prestbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire East, SK10 4ES
Variation of Condition 8 on approval 23/0163D
Type: Conditions | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2025-01-26
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- 26 Willowmead Drive, Prestbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire, Macclesfield, SK10 4DD
Proposed two storey side extension, extension of existing rear single storey lean to roof and external alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-10-11
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- 2, NORTHMEAD, PRESTBURY, SK10 4XD
Single storey front extension, garage conversion and forming new garage, alterations to roof and dormers, alterations to position of access onto Northmead
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Cheshire East | Date: 2024-07-31
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A brief summary of Dale Brow in Cheshire

Dale Brow is a settlement located in Cheshire, England.

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

Dale Brow has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Dale Brow includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Dale Brow

In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Dale Brow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dale Brow were full planning applications (17), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (5). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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