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Planning in Lumbutts

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lumbutts in the last 24 months, from Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Lumbutts

Lumbutts is a historic former mill village located south of Todmorden in West Yorkshire, England. Once known for its hand-loom weaving, Lumbutts is positioned along an old packhorse route on the southern side of the Calder Valley, making it a significant area for heritage and development considerations. The village lies east of Rochdale and west of Halifax, offering a unique context for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lumbutts 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 (May 2026). This makes Lumbutts a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lumbutts has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lumbutts 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lumbutts, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lumbutts. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lumbutts?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Lumbutts. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lumbutts?
The average planning decision time near Lumbutts is 51 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 Lumbutts?
The planning approval rate near Lumbutts is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lumbutts?
The most common type of planning application near Lumbutts is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lumbutts?
You can search and track planning applications near Lumbutts on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.