How long do planning decisions take near Grimsargh?

The average planning decision time near Grimsargh is 30 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 Grimsargh?

The most common type of planning application near Grimsargh is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Grimsargh?

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Grimsargh, Lancashire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Grimsargh, Lancashire.

Lancashire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Grimsargh are administered by Preston City Council. View the full Preston City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Grimsargh

Grimsargh is a village and civil parish situated in the City of Preston, Lancashire, approximately 6 miles (10 km) east of Preston. As a growing community, it offers potential opportunities for planning applications, making it a notable area for developers and investors exploring projects in the region.

Population: 2,913 (2021)

District: Preston

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Area Information

Admin district: Preston
Parliamentary constituency: Preston
LSOA: Preston 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Grimsargh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Grimsargh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Grimsargh.

- 181-183, Preston Road, Preston, PR2 5JP
Discharge of Condition no.3 (Construction Method Statement), Condition no. 4 (Remediation Strategy), Condition no. 5 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) and Condition no.6 (Site access and off-site highway works
Type: Conditions | Council: Preston | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 181-183, Preston Road, Preston, PR2 5JP
Amendment to planning permission 06/2025/0763 comprising change the orientation of the pedestrian crossing to the store, add retail store bunkers, change the positioning of the underground fuel tanks,
Type: Amendment | Council: Preston | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 5, Nook Glade, Preston, PR2 5JX
Two storey side and rear extension and single storey rear extension, following demolition of existing two storey rear outrigger, single storey rear extension, and detached garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Preston | Date: 2026-01-06
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A brief summary of Grimsargh in Lancashire

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

Grimsargh 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 Grimsargh includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Red Scar and Tun Brook Woods SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Grimsargh

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Grimsargh. The average decision time was 30 days.

The average decision time of 30 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Grimsargh were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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