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29 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Earby · updated daily · Pendle Borough Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 29 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Station House 1 Skipton Road Earby Lancashire BB18 6PXAwaiting decisionTopped and trimmed - 4 sliver birch, 2 ash trees and a sycamore treeReceived 27 Oct 202626/0750/TCA
1 Goodall Close Earby Lancashire BB18 6UQApprovedRemoval of a dead tree.Works to a tree in a Conservation AreaReceived 8 Oct 2026Decided 8 Oct 202626/0730/TCA
Moor Hall Farm Barnwood Road Earby Lancashire BB18 6LQAwaiting decisionFull: Erection of a covered slurry storage tank.Received 7 Oct 202626/0699/FUL
30 Linden Road Earby Lancashire BB18 6XRAwaiting decisionFull: Erection of a detached garage.Received 30 Sep 202626/0659/HHO
19 Alder Hill Croft Earby Lancashire BB18 6SGApprovedSeveral Ash on site have early sins of dieback which will require attention. G5 Sycamore nearest property has large amounts of decay and pocket of included bark and potential fail point. We require consent to remove. T1 next to driveway also has included bark and a potential fail point, we require consent to remove T2 T3 T8 T9 T10 aswell as G3 and G4 and other two sycamore in G5 are requiring general maintenance, removing deadwood and regrowth. See Attached Tree SurveyWorks to a tree with a TPOReceived 28 Aug 2026Decided 29 Sep 202626/0587/TPO

Planning in Earby

Approved: 93%; 43 of 45 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Earby in the last 24 months, from Pendle Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Earby

Postcode districts

BB18 73 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Pendle Borough Council

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About Earby

Earby is a civil parish and town located in the Borough of Pendle, Lancashire, England, with a population of 4,538 as per the 2011 census. Nestled within the historic West Riding of Yorkshire, it has been governed by Lancashire County Council since 1974, proudly maintaining its Yorkshire heritage. The town lies 5 miles north of Colne, 7 miles south-west of Skipton, and 11 miles north-east of Burnley, making it a strategic location for planning applications and developments in the region. The town has a population of approximately 4,413 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Pendle district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Earby 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 Earby 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, Earby 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, 61 planning applications were submitted near Earby. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), tree works (16), discharge of conditions (10). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Earby?

In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near Earby. The approval rate is 93%.

How long do planning decisions take near Earby?

The average planning decision time near Earby is 52 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 Earby?

The planning approval rate near Earby is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Earby?

The most common type of planning application near Earby is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Earby?

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