Search Smithy Lane Ends planning applications

10 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Smithy Lane Ends · updated daily · West Lancashire Borough Council

Only 2 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

Bungalow Farm Heatons Bridge Road Scarisbrick Lancashire L40 8JQAwaiting decisionApproval of details reserved by condition no4 of planning permission 2025/0976/FUL relating to SuDs.Received 26 Oct 20262026/0893/CON
Into The Ark Forest School Dam Wood Hall Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QDApprovedTree A - Silver Birch removal. Tree B - Silver Birch removal.Received 17 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 2026T/2026/0102/TPO
Into The Ark Forest School Dam Wood Hall Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 9QDAwaiting decisionWe would like to remove 4 young sycamore tree adjacent to the road in order to plant a native hedge between the road and woodland. Removing the trees and accompanying ivy in the canopy will allow more light to get to the hedging. A mixture of hawthorn, dog rose and Blackthorn will be planted, providing food for wildlife and eventually nesting opportunities. Trees will be removed after the nesting season. Please see plan of tree locations and photos of trees.Works to Protected TreesReceived 6 Apr 2026T/2026/0034/TPO
Agricultural Buiding West Of Drummersdale Lane Scarisbrick Lancashire L40 9RDAwaiting decisionApplication for Determination as to Whether Prior Approval is Required for Details - Agricultural building.Prior Notification - AgricultureReceived 26 Mar 20262026/0249/PNP
18 Heatons Bridge Road Scarisbrick Ormskirk Lancashire L40 8JGApprovedErection of a single storey rear extension to create a ground floor shower room.Received 25 Mar 2026Decided 17 Jun 20262026/0200/FUL

Planning in Smithy Lane Ends

Approved: 92%; 11 of 12 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Smithy Lane Ends in the last 24 months, from West Lancashire Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Smithy Lane Ends

Postcode districts

L40 301 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: West Lancashire Borough Council

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About Smithy Lane Ends

Smithy Lane Ends is a settlement located in Lancashire, England.

Property prices in Smithy Lane Ends show an average sale price of £289,026, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Smithy Lane Ends a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Smithy Lane Ends 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Smithy Lane Ends. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (4), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smithy Lane Ends?

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Smithy Lane Ends. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Smithy Lane Ends?

The average planning decision time near Smithy Lane Ends is 67 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 Smithy Lane Ends?

The planning approval rate near Smithy Lane Ends is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Smithy Lane Ends?

The most common type of planning application near Smithy Lane Ends is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Smithy Lane Ends?

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