How long do planning decisions take near Lifford?

The average planning decision time near Lifford is 65 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 Lifford?

The planning approval rate near Lifford is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lifford?

The most common type of planning application near Lifford is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lifford?

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Lifford, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lifford, West Midlands.

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About Lifford

Lifford serves as the administrative centre of County Donegal, Ireland, and is home to Donegal County Council. While it is recognized as the county town, many mistakenly identify Letterkenny with this title. This distinction is important for those researching planning applications and local governance in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Birmingham
Parliamentary constituency: Birmingham Selly Oak
LSOA: Birmingham 113A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lifford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lifford.

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 Lifford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Lifford.

- 25 Cotteridge Road Birmingham B30 3AZ
Erection of single storey rear extension and dormer window to rear elevation
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-02
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- 1822 Pershore Road Birmingham B30 3AU
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use at ground floor from Commercial, Business & Service (Use Class E) to 1 no. flat (Use Class C3)
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 17 Peplins Way Birmingham B30 3NJ
Erection of single storey rear extension and altration of existing single storey side extension roof to pitched
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 32 Baldwin Road Birmingham B30 3LG
Erection of single storey rear extension and new boundary wall to rear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-06-13
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- Pershore Road Land at Cotteridge Birmingham B30 3DL
Retrospective planning permission for the retention of digital advertisement hoarding
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-05-23
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- 37 Woodmeadow Road Kings Norton Birmingham B30 3PH
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2023-03-31
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- 52 Sovereign Road Kings Norton Business Centre Kings Norton Birmingham B30 3HN
Display of 4no. externally illuminated projecting signs
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Lifford in West Midlands

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

Lifford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bournville Village, Kings Norton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Lifford

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Lifford. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Lifford.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Lifford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lifford were full planning applications (16), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 34 smaller schemes were submitted.

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