How long do planning decisions take near Longview?

The average planning decision time near Longview is 78 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 Longview?

The planning approval rate near Longview is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longview?

The most common type of planning application near Longview is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longview?

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Longview, Merseyside Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longview, Merseyside.

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Area Information

Admin district: Knowsley
Parliamentary constituency: Knowsley
LSOA: Knowsley 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longview based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Longview.

- 70 Primrose Drive Huyton Knowsley L36 8DP
CONVERSION OF EXISTING LOFT TO HABITABLE SPACE TOGETHER WITH THE INSTALLATION OF 2NO. FRONT ELEVATION ROOFLIGHTS AND 2NO. REAR ELEVATION ROOFLIGHTS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2026-03-25
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- 22 Greengates Huyton Knowsley L36 8JB
PRIOR APPROVAL FOR THE ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION MAXIMUM DEPTH FROM ORIGINAL REAR WALL: 5.25 METRES MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 3.18 METRES HEIGHT OF EAVES: 2.35 METRES
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 169 Woolfall Heath Avenue Huyton Knowsley L36 3TL
ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION MAXIMUM DEPTH FROM ORIGINAL REAR WALL: 5.96 METRES MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 3.15 METRES HEIGHT OF EAVES: 2.34 METRES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2023-09-14
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- 27 Cromford Road Huyton Knowsley L36 8BD
ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION MAXIMUM DEPTH FROM ORIGINAL REAR WALL: 3.50 METRES MAXIMUM HEIGHT: 3.48 METRES HEIGHT OF EAVES: 2.75 METRES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Knowsley | Date: 2023-02-22
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A brief summary of Longview in Merseyside

Longview is a settlement located in Merseyside, England.

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

Longview 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.

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Planning Activity in Longview

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Longview. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Longview may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Longview were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), advertising consent (1).

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