How long do planning decisions take near Hollins (M24)?

The average planning decision time near Hollins (M24) is -25 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 Hollins (M24)?

The planning approval rate near Hollins (M24) is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hollins (M24)?

The most common type of planning application near Hollins (M24) is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hollins (M24)?

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Hollins (M24), Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hollins (M24), Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hollins (M24) are administered by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Rochdale
Parliamentary constituency: Heywood and Middleton North
LSOA: Rochdale 022B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hollins (M24).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hollins (M24).

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 Hollins (M24) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hollins (M24).

- 8 WHALLEY ROAD, MIDDLETON, MANCHESTER, M24 6EP
Two storey rear extension with pitched roof and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-05-25
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- 42 FURNESS ROAD, MIDDLETON, MANCHESTER, M24 6EQ
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension measuring 4.5m from the original dwelling (with a maximum height of 3.60m and height to eaves to 2.80m)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 26 Furness Road Middleton Rochdale M24 6EG
Prior approval for a proposed single storey rear extension measuring 5m from the original dwelling (with a maximum height of 4m and height to eaves to 2.9m)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-04-29
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- 523 Rochdale Road Middleton Rochdale M24 2GN
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission 21/01747/HOUS for addition of roof light to rear elevation; chimney to side elevation; change to render from brick to part front elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2024-09-06
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- 114 Tennyson Road Middleton Rochdale M24 2NP
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for hip to gable roof extension and rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion, single storey rear extension and alterations fenestration on existing rear el
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2024-07-12
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- Hopwood Hall College, Middleton Campus Rochdale Road Middleton Rochdale M24 6XH
Submission of details to comply with condition 1 (Time limit and Restoration Plan) of planning permission 21/00074/FUL (Full planning permission for the erection of temporary school classrooms and ass
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Hollins (M24) in Greater Manchester

Hollins (M24) is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hollins (M24) a particularly low-crime area.

Hollins (M24) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Middleton Town Centre. 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 Hollins (M24) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Rochdale Canal SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Rochdale Canal. 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 Hollins (M24)

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Hollins (M24). Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of -25 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Hollins (M24).

The average decision time of -25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hollins (M24) were outline applications (10), full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (8).

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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