How long do planning decisions take near Dunnockshaw?

The average planning decision time near Dunnockshaw is 8 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dunnockshaw?

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

How can I track planning applications near Dunnockshaw?

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Dunnockshaw, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dunnockshaw, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Dunnockshaw are administered by Burnley Borough Council. View the full Burnley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dunnockshaw

Dunnockshaw, part of the civil parish of Dunnockshaw and Clowbridge in Burnley, Lancashire, lies nestled between Burnley and Rawtenstall. As of the 2011 Census, the area has a small population of 185, making it a quaint and less populated locale for those researching planning applications in this region.

Population: 178 (2021)

District: Burnley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £244,142 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rossendale
Parliamentary constituency: Rossendale and Darwen
LSOA: Rossendale 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dunnockshaw.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dunnockshaw based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Dunnockshaw.

2026/0123 - 1295 Burnley Road Loveclough Rossendale Lancashire BB4 8RG
Extend dropped kerb a further 4.7 metres to improve access to the drive.
Status: Undecided | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2026-06-30
2026/0020/TPO - Swinshaw Coach House Goodshaw Lane Crawshawbooth Rossendale Lancashire BB4 8RB
Works to trees within TPO T2/E/W6 specifically Tree A - ash - Fell, Tree B - ash - Fell
Status: Undecided | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2026-06-08
- CPA Social Club Loveclough Fold Loveclough Rossendale Lancashire BB4 8QT
Works to tree within TPO No. 1/2025 specifically T1 Horse Chestnut - fell to stump
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2025-07-21
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- Land West Of The Bowling Green Loveclough Rossendale Lancashire BB4 8QU
Lawful Development Certificate: Confirmation of development of two dwellings under planning permission 2017/0389 (as amended) would be lawful (application submitted under s192 Town and Country Plannin
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rossendale | Date: 2023-09-01
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A brief summary of Dunnockshaw in Lancashire

Property prices in Dunnockshaw show an average sale price of £244,142, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Dunnockshaw has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Goodshawfold, Loveclough Fold. 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 Dunnockshaw

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Dunnockshaw. The average decision time was 8 days.

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

The most common application types near Dunnockshaw were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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