Search Orton planning applications

10 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Orton · updated daily · South Staffordshire District Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 10 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Theam Security Limited The Old Malthouse Springhill Lane Lower Penn WOLVERHAMPTON WV4 4UFAwaiting decisionChange of use of a Grade II Listed Building from Class E (Offices) to 4 no. residential apartments (Use Class C3), including internal alterations and the insertion of new windows and rooflightsReceived 3 Nov 202626/00912/FUL
Theam Security Limited The Old Malthouse Springhill Lane Lower Penn WOLVERHAMPTON WV4 4UFAwaiting decisionChange of use of a Grade II Listed Building from Class E (Offices) to 4 no. residential apartments (Use Class C3), including internal alterations and the insertion of new windows and rooflightsReceived 3 Nov 202626/00913/LBC
The Greyhound Inn Greyhound Lane Lower Penn WOLVERHAMPTON WV4 4UNApprovedLower Penn Conservation Area: T2, Ash - dismantle and remove. T3, Sycamore - reduce lateral growth to provide 2 metres clearance from the building. H1, Mixed-Species Hedge - reduce height to 2 metres, trim front and rear faces to provide clearance to car park and adjacent building.Received 14 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 202626/00798/TREE
2 Market Lane Lower Penn WOLVERHAMPTON WV4 4UJApprovedReplacement dwellingFull ApplicationReceived 5 Aug 2026Decided 28 Sep 202626/00676/FUL
Lower Penn Farmhouse Dirty Foot Lane Lower Penn WOLVERHAMPTON WV4 4UYApprovedLower Penn Conservation Area: Pine trees x3 - dismantle and remove. Yew - reduce to provide 2 metres clearance from property side only. Crown reduce by 2 metres.Work to Trees - Conservation AreaReceived 2 Aug 2026Decided 9 Oct 202626/00666/TREE

Planning in Orton

Approved: 90%; 26 of 29 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Orton in the last 24 months, from South Staffordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Orton

Postcode districts

WV4 164 applications in the last 12 monthsWV5 111 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: South Staffordshire District Council

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About Orton

Orton is a quaint hamlet located in the South Staffordshire district of Staffordshire, England. It is situated near the city of Wolverhampton, as well as the picturesque villages of Wombourne and Trysull, making it a potentially appealing area for planning applications and rural development initiatives.

The area around Orton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Orton 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Orton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), full planning applications (5), outline applications (3).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Orton?

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Orton. The approval rate is 90%.

How long do planning decisions take near Orton?

The average planning decision time near Orton is 62 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 Orton?

The planning approval rate near Orton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Orton?

The most common type of planning application near Orton is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Orton?

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