Search Dalton planning applications
16 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Dalton · updated daily · West Lancashire Borough Council
Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Brymar Higher Lane Dalton Wigan Lancashire WN8 7RPAwaiting decisionCertificate of Lawfulness - Use of buildings for domestic storage and land for residential amenity purposes associated with the dwelling known as Brymar, Higher Lane, Dalton, WN8 7RP.Received 12 Oct 20262026/0856/LDC
- Bradshaws Farm Long Heys Lane Dalton Wigan Lancashire WN8 7RSApprovedProposed single-storey extension to side and two-storey porch extension. Raise ridge of first floor side extension subsequent to permission 2013/1186/FUL. Solar panels to main roof.Received 28 Aug 2026Decided 27 Oct 20262026/0719/FUL
- Land Off Higher Lane Behind Cypress House Dalton Parbold WN8 7RPApprovedRetrospective construction of agricultural storage shed for agricultural tending equipment. The request is for a wooden structure that is 7 foot by 7 foot with an enclosed wooden roof covered with bitumen felt. There will be 2 wooden access doors to enter the structure.Received 19 Aug 2026Decided 2 Oct 20262026/0633/FUL
- Brymar Higher Lane Dalton Wigan Lancashire WN8 7RPRefusedCertificate of Lawfulness - Relating to the use of the site edged red on Plan 1. The buildings have been, and continue to be, used for domestic storage purposes, the land has been, and continues to be, used as residential amenity, both ancillary to the dwelling known as Brymar, Higher Lane, Dalton, WN8 7RP.Received 16 Jul 2026Decided 11 Sep 20262026/0604/LDC
- Dalton St Michaels Church Of England Primary School Higher Lane Dalton Wigan Lancashire WN8 7RPApprovedInstallation of fencing to various locations on the school's boundary.Received 13 Jul 2026Decided 7 Sep 20262026/0584/FUL
Planning in Dalton
- Approved
- 89%
- 17 of 18 decided
- Decision time
- about 8 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dalton in the last 24 months, from West Lancashire Borough Council's planning register.
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WN8 232 applications in the last 12 months
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About Dalton
Dalton is a village and civil parish located in West Lancashire, England, near Skelmersdale and south of the River Douglas. Historically significant, it was mentioned in the Domesday Book and was part of the Barony of Manchester following the Norman conquest. As of the 2011 Census, Dalton had a population of 383, reflecting a small, close-knit community that may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 386 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Lancashire district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dalton 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 Dalton 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, Dalton 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.
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In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Dalton. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).