Search High Forge planning applications
59 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of High Forge · updated daily · Durham County Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Forgebank Plantation Beamish DH9 0RGAwaiting decisionPrior approval for the creation of an access track for the removal of timber to facilitate Forgebank Plantation pursuant to DM/26/00973/PNAReceived 28 Sep 2026DM/26/02531/PA56
- Stable Block Papermill Cottages Mount Escob Farm Birtley DH9 0SAAwaiting decisionPart change of use of an existing stables/storage outbuilding to a dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) together with demolition and replacement of an existing vehicle/general storage and field shelter buildingReceived 16 Sep 2026DC/26/00691/FUL
- Land To The East Of 11 Methold Houses Beamish DH9 0RDApprovedRetrospective application for the erection of 2 garden sheds on land to the side of No.11 Method HousesFull Planning ApplicationReceived 17 Jul 2026Decided 16 Oct 2026DM/26/01856/FPA
- Land North Of 10 Methold Houses Beamish DH9 0RDAwaiting decisionListed Building consent for the erection of a shed to the rear.Listed Building ConsentReceived 7 Jul 2026DM/26/01730/LB
- Land North Of 10 Methold Houses Beamish DH9 0RDApprovedErection of shed to rearFull Planning ApplicationReceived 7 Jul 2026Decided 1 Sep 2026DM/26/01729/FPA
Planning in High Forge
Only 3 decisions near High Forge in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of High Forge in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.
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Around High Forge
Postcode districts
DH9 73 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Durham County Council
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About High Forge
High Forge is a quaint hamlet located in County Durham, England, just west of Urpeth and north of the historic Beamish area. Its tranquil setting makes it a unique consideration for planning applications, reflecting the blend of rural charm and accessibility in the region.
Property prices in High Forge show an average sale price of £118,905, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the High Forge 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 (May 2026). This makes High Forge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around High Forge has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, High Forge 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near High Forge, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near High Forge.
The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1).