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35 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Heaton Mersey · updated daily · Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 35 · received or decided in the last 90 days

6 Leegate Road Heaton Moor Stockport SK4 3NJAwaiting decisionProposed side extension to first floor over existing ground floor footprint, materials, roof style and pitch and glazing style matched to existing. Existing glass lean-to removed at rear and glazing onto garden replaced to rear ground floor. External access from front elevation amended. Existing windows replaced in like for like style throughout.Received 26 Oct 2026DC/100434
6 Priestnall Road Heaton Mersey Stockport SK4 3HRAwaiting decisionT1 - Reduce 1 ash tree coming in from the neighbouring property. T2 - re-pollard one sycamore tree at the bottom of the garden. T3 - removal of one fruit tree in poor health. HAR/CA21.Received 23 Oct 2026DC/100485
64 Cavendish Road Heaton Mersey Stockport SK4 3DPAwaiting decisionPlease refer to Tree Location Sketch Plan - Ref 001 and Tree A and Tree B photographs Description of Works Tree A - to reduce the bulk of the tree canopy by 40% in order to improve light into the property at No. 64 Cavendish Road which is suffering excessive shading. Description of Works Tree B - to reduce the height of tree by 40% and the bulk of the tree by 40% due to excessive shadowing being suffered in the gardens of No. 64 and No. 62 Cavendish Road. These works are to be undertaken by a qualified tree. HAR/CA14.Received 23 Oct 2026DC/100478
The Hollies 12 Priestnall Road Heaton Mersey Stockport SK4 3HRAwaiting decisionDischarge of conditions 2 and 3 of DC/099011Discharge of ConditionsReceived 20 Oct 2026DC/100467
18 Mauldeth Road Heaton Moor Stockport SK4 3NGAwaiting decisionLocation and Land Ownership. The trees and shrubs are located on land belonging to Dermot, to the rear of the property, along the boundary with Scotts garden. The works are to be carried out on Dermot?s land, adjacent to Scotts existing garden fence. Address of the trees is Fern Cliff 18 Mauldeth Road, Heaton Mersey, Stockport, SK4 3NG. Description of Works A row of self-seeded trees and shrubs is growing along the bottom boundary of Scott?s garden, immediately adjacent to the existing fence on Fern Cliffs land. The vegetation is causing damage to the fence, dropping leaf litter and bird fouling into the garden, and restricting natural light. The proposed works are to remove the identified trees and shrubs to ground level, allowing Scott to install a replacement fence line for improved security, so basically clearing across the width of his back fence. Trees and Shrubs Identified, self seeded messy mixed group. T1, T2 and T3 Sycamore TG1. Holly group T4. Beech T5 and T6. Ash Multiple shrubs and brambles mixed in. HAR/CA21, TPO 9N.Received 19 Oct 2026DC/100448

Planning in Heaton Mersey

Approved: 88%; 58 of 64 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heaton Mersey in the last 24 months, from Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Heaton Mersey

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SK4 350 applications in the last 12 monthsM19 112 applications in the last 12 monthsM20 242 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Heaton Mersey

Heaton Mersey is a suburb located on the north-western edge of Stockport, Greater Manchester, neighboring the areas of Didsbury and Burnage within the City of Manchester. This strategic position makes it a key area for planning applications, as it benefits from both local amenities and easy access to Manchester's urban hub.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Heaton Mersey 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, Heaton Mersey 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, 166 planning applications were submitted near Heaton Mersey. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), tree works (44), outline applications (7). 1 large-scale development was 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 Heaton Mersey?

In the last 24 months, 166 planning applications were submitted near Heaton Mersey. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Heaton Mersey?

The average planning decision time near Heaton Mersey 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 Heaton Mersey?

The planning approval rate near Heaton Mersey is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Heaton Mersey?

The most common type of planning application near Heaton Mersey is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.

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