Search Sholver planning applications
22 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Sholver · updated daily · Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 817 Ripponden Road Oldham OL4 2LAAwaiting decisionErection of a timber boundary fence.Received 13 Aug 2026FUL/353574/24
- 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
- 85 Haven Lane Oldham OL4 2QHRefusedNon-Material ammendment associated with application HOU/355423/25Received 12 Jun 2026Decided 10 Jul 2026NMA/356389/26
- 30 Buttercup Drive Oldham OL4 2QSApprovedChange of use of existing domestic garage to a small scale dog groom facility, ancillary to residential use, including minor external alterations.Received 2 Jun 2026Decided 28 Aug 2026FUL/356193/26
- 646 Ripponden Road Oldham OL4 2LWApprovedChange of use of House of Multiple Occupancy (Sui Generis) into Family Assessment Centre (C2).Received 28 May 2026Decided 22 Jul 2026FUL/356298/26
Planning in Sholver
- Approved
- 90%
- 19 of 21 decided
- Decision time
- about 11 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sholver in the last 24 months, from Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.
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OL4 187 applications in the last 12 monthsOL1 152 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Oldham Metropolitan Borough Council
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About Sholver
Sholver is a residential area located in Oldham, Greater Manchester, positioned two miles northeast of Oldham's commercial centre. Nestled in the valley of the River Beal, it boasts elevated views and proximity to open countryside, near the source of the River Medlock and adjacent to the border with Saddleworth. This unique location may impact planning applications, particularly those related to residential development and environmental considerations.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sholver 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 Sholver 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, Sholver 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Sholver. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (1).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).