How long do planning decisions take near Littlemoss?

The average planning decision time near Littlemoss is 18 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 Littlemoss?

The planning approval rate near Littlemoss is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Littlemoss?

The most common type of planning application near Littlemoss is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Littlemoss?

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Littlemoss, Greater Manchester Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Littlemoss, Greater Manchester.

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Planning applications in Littlemoss are administered by Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council. View the full Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Littlemoss

Littlemoss is a suburban area located within Droylsden, part of the Tameside district in Greater Manchester, England. This residential community offers a mix of local amenities and access to surrounding transport links, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Tameside
Parliamentary constituency: Ashton-under-Lyne
LSOA: Tameside 010D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Littlemoss.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Littlemoss based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Littlemoss.

- The Railway Inn 326 Lumb Lane Droylsden Tameside M43 7LA
Full discharge of Condition 5 (Materials), Condition 7 (Remediation Strategy), Condition 8 (Verification / Completion Report), Condition 9 (Arboricultural Impact Assessment), Condition 10 (Acoustic Re
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-03-25
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- 6 Woodleigh Drive Droylsden Tameside M43 7LY
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed Use: Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tameside | Date: 2026-02-06
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- 147 Moorside Street Droylsden Tameside M43 7HQ
Proposed change of use from a dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a 5 bedroom/person HMO (Use Class C4)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tameside | Date: 2025-08-07
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A brief summary of Littlemoss in Greater Manchester

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

Littlemoss has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Littlemoss includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hollinwood Branch Canal SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Littlemoss

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Littlemoss. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 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 Littlemoss.

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Littlemoss were outline applications (4), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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