Search Lofthouse planning applications
74 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Lofthouse · updated daily · Leeds City Council
Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- 99 Lee Moor Lane Stanley Wakefield WF3 4ESAwaiting decisionExisting building works comprising the construction of two detached buildings within the grounds of 99 Lee Moor Lane, Stanley, Wakefield, WF3 4ES: **1. Garage:** An existing detached, single-storey rendered garage with a predominantly flat roof and roller-shutter entrance, measuring approximately 7.01 metres wide by 5.23 metres deep, situated closer to the existing dwelling. **2. Timber outbuilding:** An existing detached, single-storey timber outbuilding with horizontal timber cladding and a pitched roof, measuring approximately 5.25 metres wide by 6.00 metres deep, situated towards the rear of the property. Both buildings are identified on the accompanying architectural drawings and site plans. The application seeks confirmation of the lawfulness of the existing building works by virtue of the expiry of the applicable statutory planning enforcement period. Historical photographic evidence establishes the presence of both buildings by September 2008, with the garage additionally identifiable in historical aerial imagery dated 2002. The application relates solely to the construction of the two existing buildings and does not include any proposed development, change of use, or the external decking and balustrade adjoining the garage.Received 30 Oct 202626/01982/CPE
- 7 Ledger Lane Lofthouse Wakefield WF3 3NGAwaiting decisionExtension to both gables, 2x dormer windows to the front and dormer window to the rear; demolition of existing extension and replacement single storey extension to the rear; replacement detached double garage to the front; landscaping to allow creation of off-street parkingReceived 17 Sep 202626/05209/FU
- 12 Springfield Rise Lofthouse Wakefield West Yorkshire WF3 3FPAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear extensionReceived 25 Aug 202626/01306/CPL
- Bus Shelter Junction Of Jumbles Lane/Leeds Road Lofthouse Wakefield WF3 3RUApprovedCertificate of Proposed Lawful Development for full signalisation of the A61/Jumbles Lane junction with bus priority measures, wider footpaths, and enhancements to public areas.Certificate of Proposed Lawful UseReceived 29 Jul 2026Decided 16 Sep 202626/04269/CLP
- 4 Green Bank Lofthouse Wakefield WF3 3QNApprovedSingle storey side extension and extended driveway to frontFull Planning ApplicationReceived 13 Jul 2026Decided 20 Aug 202626/03943/FU
Planning in Lofthouse
- Approved
- 87%
- 13 of 14 decided
- Decision time
- about 13 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lofthouse in the last 24 months, from Leeds City Council's planning register.
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WF3 124 applications in the last 12 months
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About Lofthouse
Lofthouse is a village situated between the cities of Wakefield and Leeds in West Yorkshire, England. It is part of the Ardsley and Robin Hood ward within the City of Leeds Council, yet it retains a Wakefield postal address (WF3). Historically noted as Locthuse and Loftose in the 1086 Domesday Book, Lofthouse presents a unique blend of urban proximity and historical significance, making it a relevant area for planning applications. It sits within the Leeds district.
Property prices in Lofthouse show an average sale price of £250,889, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lofthouse 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 (February 2026). This makes Lofthouse a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Lofthouse has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lofthouse 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lofthouse, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Lofthouse. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).