Search Startforth planning applications

19 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Startforth · updated daily · Durham County Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 19 · received or decided in the last 90 days

38 Grangefields Startforth Barnard Castle DL12 9BFAwaiting decisionFirst floor rear extension and internal first floor layout alterationsReceived 26 Oct 2026DM/26/02845/FPA
26 The Bank Barnard Castle DL12 8PQAwaiting decisionInternal alterations to accommodate a bakery, external painting and installation of window stickersReceived 12 Oct 2026DM/26/02657/LB
The Old Well Inn 15 - 21 The Bank Barnard Castle DL12 8PHAwaiting decisionInstallation of slim-profile double glazing to 11 existing front windows at The Old Well (Nos. 19-21 The Bank) and the two first-floor bay windows at No. 17 The Bank.Received 30 Sep 2026DM/26/02613/LB
Sandgreen 1 Parsons Lonnen Barnard Castle DL12 8ST Green Close 13 Park Terrace Barnard Castle DL12 8NNAwaiting decision2 metre crown reduction to T1 Sycamore and 2 metre crown reduction to T2 SycamoreReceived 28 Sep 2026DM/26/02585/TPO
Morrisons 23 Galgate Barnard Castle DL12 8JJAwaiting decisionPrior notification of the installation of Solar PV roof mounted system under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015Received 23 Sep 2026DM/26/02552/PN56

Planning in Startforth

Approved: 95%; 19 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Startforth in the last 24 months, from Durham County Council's planning register.

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Around Startforth

Postcode districts

DL12 227 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Durham County Council

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About Startforth

Startforth is a picturesque village located at the southern edge of Teesdale, in County Durham, England, with a population of 1,361 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Historically part of the North Riding of Yorkshire, the village became part of County Durham for administrative purposes on 1 April 1974, following the Local Government Act 1972. Its rich history and scenic surroundings make Startforth a noteworthy area for planning applications related to rural development and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,391 (2021 estimate). It sits within the County Durham district.

Property prices in Startforth show an average sale price of £257,761, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Startforth 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 Startforth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Startforth has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Startforth 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Startforth, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Startforth. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), listed building and heritage (7), tree works (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Startforth?

In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Startforth. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Startforth?

The average planning decision time near Startforth is 49 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 Startforth?

The planning approval rate near Startforth is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Startforth?

The most common type of planning application near Startforth is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Startforth?

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