Search Roebuck Low planning applications
12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Roebuck Low · updated daily · Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 27 Whinberry Way Oldham OL4 2NNAwaiting decisionProposed Change of Use Permission is sought to change the use of the property from a residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to a residential children?s home (Use Class C2). Proposed Use ? Full Description: The development will convert the existing dwelling into a small-scale children?s home providing accommodation and care for up to three young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The home will be staffed 24 hours a day by qualified carers to ensure residents? safety, stability, and wellbeing. Scale and Nature of Use: ? Number of residents: Up to three young people at any one time. ? Staffing: A rotational shift system will provide continuous on-site care. There will be a minimum of three staff members present at all times to supervise and support the children. Two additional staff members will remain on a sleep-in basis overnight to offer emergency support if required. Operations and Activities: The home will operate in a manner comparable to a family household. Staff will provide day-to-day care, structure, and guidance, including: ? Routine domestic tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and assistance with personal care. ? Educational and recreational support, including school attendance, extracurricular activities, and hobbies. ? Access to therapeutic interventions (e.g., counselling or behaviour support), typically delivered off-site when needed. Plant and Equipment: No industrial or commercial machinery will be installed. The home will use only standard domestic appliances (e.g., washing machine, oven) and computers for administrative and educational purposes. Hours of Operation: The children?s home will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as a full-time residential setting. Staff shift patterns are designed to ensure continuous supervision while minimising any impact on neighbouring properties. Integration with the Area: The proposal is intentionally small-scale and residential in character, designed to integrate seamlessly withinReceived 24 Jun 2026CEA/356439/26
- Green Leach Barn Shiloh Lane Strinesdale Oldham OL4 3REApprovedVariation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) associated with application FUL/354459/25Received 19 Jun 2026Decided 27 Aug 2026VAR/356215/26
- Heys Farm Turf Pit Lane Oldham OL4 2NDApprovedConversion of existing ancillary storage (C3) associated with existing detached dwelling to form a "Granny Annexe", home gym, laundry and garage including minor elevational changes and installation of roof lights.Received 13 May 2026Decided 17 Jul 2026HOU/356217/26
- 6 Whinberry Way Oldham OL4 2NNApprovedRetention of fencing to the rear and side of the dwellingReceived 14 Apr 2026Decided 9 Jul 2026HOU/355845/26
- Counhill Road Moorside OldhamAwaiting decision1no antenna fixed onto existing streetworks mast and associated equipment cabinate. P24-2528 (COL NEW UK 0002417)Received 31 Mar 2026TEN/356104/26
Planning in Roebuck Low
Only 9 decisions near Roebuck Low in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Roebuck Low in the last 24 months, from Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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About Roebuck Low
Roebuck Low is a settlement located in Greater Manchester, England.
Property prices in Roebuck Low show an average sale price of £228,525, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Roebuck Low 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 Roebuck Low 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, Roebuck Low 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Roebuck Low.
The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).