Search Lepton planning applications
36 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Lepton · updated daily · Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- adj, 315, Wakefield Road, Lepton, Huddersfield, HD8 0LXAwaiting decisionDischarge of details reserved by conditions 6 (CEMP: Biodiversity), 7 (Phase I Desk Study Report), 8 (Phase II Intrusive Site Investigation Report), 9 (Remediation Strategy), 10 (Phase II Intrusive Site Investigation Report), 11 (Verification Report), 12 (coal mining activity), 13 (materials), 14 (lighting), 15 (noise), 17 (boundary treatment), 18 (landscaping), 19 (refuse), 20 (bat box) on previous permission 2025/91961 for demolition of existing buildings and erection of detached dwelling and associated worksConditionsReceived 8 Jul 20262026/91913
- Land off, Town End Lane, Lepton, Huddersfield, HD8 0NBApprovedPermission in principle for erection of one dwellingReceived 15 Jun 2026Decided 21 Jul 20262026/91635
- Fourlands Farm, 9, Little Lepton, Green Balk Lane, Lepton, Huddersfield, HD8 0LNAwaiting decisionDischarge of details reserved by conditions 4 (CEMP) and 7 (HMMP) on previous permission 2026/90481 for erection of equestrian riding arenaReceived 2 Jun 20262026/91495
- Windy Gap Farm, Little Lepton, Green Balk Lane, Lepton, Huddersfield, HD8 0LNApprovedRemoval of agricultural building and erection of detached dwellingFullReceived 13 Mar 2026Decided 21 May 20262026/90728
- Land at junction of, Wakefield Road and Knotty Lane, Lepton, Huddersfield, HD8 0ELApprovedAdvertisement Consent for erection of 2 non illuminated signsAdvertisingReceived 12 Mar 2026Decided 11 May 20262026/90718
Planning in Lepton
- Approved
- 95%
- 19 of 19 decided
- Decision time
- about 11 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lepton in the last 24 months, from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Lepton
Postcode districts
HD8 343 applications in the last 12 monthsWF4 246 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Lepton
Lepton is a village located in the Kirkburton civil parish within the Kirklees district of West Yorkshire, England, situated approximately 4.25 miles east of Huddersfield along the A642 road. Nestled at an elevation of 120 metres, it lies directly north of the expansive Lepton Great Wood, making it a notable area for planning applications related to residential and environmental developments. It sits within the Kirkburton district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lepton 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 Lepton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Lepton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lepton 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Lepton. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (2).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).