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Planning in Lapal

Approved
88%
28 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lapal

Postcode districts

B62 136 applications in the last 12 monthsB32 72 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Lapal

Lapal is a residential area in Halesowen, located in the Dudley district of the West Midlands, near the Birmingham border. Predominantly developed between 1930 and 1980, it features a mix of housing, including the expansive Abbeyfields estate established in the late 1970s. The area is bordered by the Lapal Canal to the east and the M5 motorway to the north, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to residential development and infrastructure. It sits within the Dudley district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lapal 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 Lapal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lapal has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lapal 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lapal, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Lapal. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lapal?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Lapal. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lapal?
The average planning decision time near Lapal is 64 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 Lapal?
The planning approval rate near Lapal is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lapal?
The most common type of planning application near Lapal is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lapal?
You can search and track planning applications near Lapal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.