Hyndburn Borough Council Registers New Planning Applications
Hyndburn Borough Council has recently registered a series of planning applications submitted between Monday, April 13 and Sunday, April 19. These proposals include significant residential and commercial developments across the borough, reflecting ongoing growth and investment in the area.
Major Residential Development in Altham
A full major application has been filed for the erection of 91 dwellings at Whinney Hill Works on Whinney Hill Road in Altham, Lancashire. The proposal, dated March 26, 2026, includes comprehensive plans for access, drainage, landscaping, parking, public open space, and associated works. This development aims to address housing needs in the region while incorporating essential infrastructure and green spaces.
Commercial Projects in Church and Great Harwood
An outline application has been submitted for the demolition of an existing builders workshop and store at Church Street Garage, 12 Church Street in Church, Lancashire. The plan, dated April 14, 2026, involves erecting a replacement builders workshop and store, along with three additional commercial and storage units. All matters are reserved except for access and layout, with provisions for car and commercial vehicle parking.
In Great Harwood, a full major application proposes the erection of five employment buildings for Use Classes B2/B8 on land off Balfour Street. Dated April 10, 2026, this project includes alterations to an existing warehouse, creation of a new access point with Balfour Street, and associated works such as boundary treatments, parking, and landscaping.
Minor Amendments and Household Applications
Several smaller applications have also been registered. A non-material amendment seeks to alter the front elevation window arrangement at 50 Park Lane in Great Harwood, referencing planning permission 11/24/0009 and dated April 7, 2026.
Householder applications include the installation of an external air conditioning condenser unit to the side elevation of a dwellinghouse at 50 Park Lane in Great Harwood, dated April 13, 2026, and the erection of a rear conservatory and shed at 24 Peel Park Avenue in Accrington, dated April 10, 2026, which is being applied for retrospectively.
These applications are now under review by Hyndburn Borough Council, with decisions expected to impact local development and community planning. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed as the council processes these proposals.
