Litchurch, Derbyshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Litchurch, Derbyshire.
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About Litchurch
Litchurch is a historical area within the city of Derby, Derbyshire, that transitioned from a rural township to an urbanised neighbourhood during the 19th century. Initially associated with Derby but outside its burgh boundary, Litchurch briefly functioned as a self-governing local board area from 1866 to 1889 before being integrated into the newly formed Derby county borough. Today, it offers a unique blend of historical significance and urban development, making it a relevant location for planning applications and community initiatives.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Derby
- Parliamentary constituency: Derby South
- LSOA: Derby 026A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Litchurch.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Litchurch.
- 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 Litchurch based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Litchurch.
- - T C Harrison Stadium View Derby DE24 8JH
Variation of conditions 1 (approved plans), 9 (access, barriers and gates), 10 (access arrangement), and 11 (barrier operation times) of previously approved application no. 12/97/01478 - Erection Of C
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - 156 - 160 London Road Derby DE1 2ST
Discharge of condition 3 (external materials) of planning permission 25/01562/FUL - Change of use from a showroom (Sui Generis) to commercial, business and service (Use Class E) including two storey a
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-04-29
View full details - - Harvester Pride Park Roundhouse Road Derby DE24 8JE
Display of various signage
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 1 Centro Place Derby DE24 8RF
Discharge of BNG condition of previously approved application no. 25/01829/FUL - Erection of a security fence with gated access and sliding security gate to car park entrance. Erection of a storage un
Status: Undecided | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Derby Midland Railway Station Railway Terrace Derby DE1 2RU
One off reduction of the canopy by 4-5 metres of a London Plane, crown lift to provide 3m canopy clearance above ground level and prune to provide 2m canopy clearance to structures (to be carried out
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Derby | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Derby College Hudson Building Locomotive Way Derby DE24 8PU
Two storey extension to college building including formation of hardstanding and new roof access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 7 Pinnacle Way Derby DE24 8ZS
Installation of 210 roof mounted solar panels
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - 218-220 Siddals Road Derby DE1 2QE
Discharge of condition 4 (dropped footway crossing) of planning permission 19/00096/FUL - Demolition of storage buildings. Erection of four dwelling houses (use class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - Land On The North West Side Of Bateman Street Derby DE23 8JQ
Erection of a two commercial units (Use Class E (c) (iii))
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - Land Adjacent To 1 And 2 Pride Place Derby
Display of one internally illuminated digital display screen
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Derby | Date: 2025-03-04
View full details - - Derby College The Roundhouse Roundhouse Road Derby DE24 8JE
Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) and Condition 8 (noise mitigation) of previously approved application 23/00889/FUL - Extension to the Stephenson Building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-10-23
View full details - - 4 Roundhouse Road Derby DE24 8JE
Display of various illuminated signage
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - Nicco Wheelwright Way Derby DE24 8SQ
Discharge of condition 3 (drainage) of planning permission 23/01204/FUL - Extension to restaurant (prep room), formation of external seating area and new service road access
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Derby | Date: 2024-01-08
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A brief summary of Litchurch in Derbyshire
Litchurch is a historical area within the city of Derby, Derbyshire, that transitioned from a rural township to an urbanised neighbourhood during the 19th century. Initially associated with Derby but outside its burgh boundary, Litchurch briefly functioned as a self-governing local board area from 1866 to 1889 before being integrated into the newly formed Derby county borough. Today, it offers a unique blend of historical significance and urban development, making it a relevant location for planning applications and community initiatives.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Litchurch a particularly low-crime area.
Litchurch has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Highfield Cottages, Hartington Street, Nottingham Road, Railway, Arboretum, Little Chester. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Litchurch 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.
Planning Activity in Litchurch
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Litchurch. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Litchurch.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Litchurch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Litchurch were discharge of conditions (21), full planning applications (5), outline applications (5).
In terms of development scale, 9 large-scale (major) developments, 7 medium-scale applications, 26 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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