Search Merrybent planning applications
13 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Merrybent · updated daily · Darlington Borough Council
Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Land Adjacent To 26 Ash Lane Low Coniscliffe DARLINGTON DL2 2NYAwaiting decisionWorks to 1 No. Ash tree protected under Tree Preservation Order (No.3) 2017 - removal of deadwood and crossing limbs, together with lateral prune limbs by 2-3 m overhanging into adjacent gardenReceived 2 Nov 202626/01030/TF
- Land North Of Coniscliffe Road DarlingtonAwaiting decisionApproval of details reserved by condition 11 (External Materials), 22 (Drainage), 44 (Cycle Provision), 46 (EV Chargers) 51 ( Broadband Connectivity) attached to outline permission 17/00632/OUTE dated 28 May 2024 (Outline planning application for the erection of up to 535 Dwellings, landscaping, ancillary works and wider highway mitigation measures with all matters reserved except access For the avoidance of doubt planning permission is hereby granted separately and severably for site infrastructure landscaping and development cells identified on plan reference Indicative Development Framework plan (Drawing Number 7055-SK-01_N))Received 23 Oct 202626/01038/CON
- 55 And 57 Gate Lane Low Coniscliffe Darlington DL2 2JYAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for localised damp-proofing works within ground-floor walls and the replacement of all windows (No.55 & No.57), replacement of a fireplace, reinstatement of a stud wall in kitchen and re-roofing of an outbuilding (No.57)Listed Building ConsentReceived 28 Sep 202626/00953/LBC
- Land North Of Coniscliffe Road DARLINGTONApprovedApproval of details reserved by condition 55 (archaeology) attached to planning permission 17/00632/OUTE dated 28 May 2024 (Outline planning application for the erection of up to 535 Dwellings, landscaping, ancillary works and wider highway mitigation measures with all matters reserved except access For the avoidance of doubt planning permission is hereby granted separately and severably for site infrastructure landscaping and development cells identified on plan reference Indicative Development Framework plan (Drawing Number 7055-SK-01_N))Received 25 Sep 2026Decided 21 Oct 202626/00950/CON
- 68 Merrybent Darlington DL2 2LEAwaiting decisionChange of use from a dwelling house (Use Class C3) to short-stay/holiday accommodation (Sui Generis)(Retrospective Application)Received 4 Sep 202626/00852/CU
Planning in Merrybent
Only 9 decisions near Merrybent in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Merrybent in the last 24 months, from Darlington Borough Council's planning register.
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DL2 287 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Darlington Borough Council
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About Merrybent
Merrybent is a linear village located in the civil parish of Low Coniscliffe and Merrybent, County Durham, along the A67 road, just west of Darlington and north of the River Tees. Once characterized by Merrybent Nurseries and its extensive glasshouses in the early 20th century, the area has transformed into a modern residential settlement since the nursery's disruption by the A1 road construction in the 1960s. This evolution presents potential opportunities for planning applications focusing on residential development and community enhancements.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Merrybent 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 Merrybent a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Merrybent 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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In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Merrybent.
The most common types were outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.