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Planning appeals in Wakefield Metropolitan District Council, 2023

52 appeals decided in 2023, 16% of them allowed. Each links to its own page and to the Inspector’s letter. The authority’s record has the whole run since 2016.

  1. Dismissed29 December 2023· minor3322031
    102 Doncaster Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 5JF

    erection of hot takeaway food kiosk on existing raised area of convenience food store car park and to be operated only in conjunction with the store. Erection of 2 storey storage facility in the form of stacking containers in location of previously approved storage extension to food store

  2. Dismissed21 December 2023· minor3324200
    37 Darrington Road, East Hardwick, Pontefract, WF8 3DS

    for the change of use of vacant paddock land into residential garden

  3. Dismissed19 December 2023· householder3331614
    7 Ash Grove, South Elmsall, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF9 2TA

    the erection of a raised parking area to front with dropped kerb to highway

  4. Unknown18 December 2023· other3314095
    Appeal 3314095
  5. Dismissed12 December 2023· minor3317403
    45 Grime Lane, Sharlston Common, Wakefield, WF4 1EJ

    Change of use to a home salon

  6. Dismissed8 December 2023· householder3326286
    12 Elmwood Drive, Walton, Wakefield, WF2 6LW

    a two storey rear extension with double dormers to each roof slope, internal alterations and new render finish to all elevations

  7. Notice upheld8 December 2023· enforcement3318657
    7 The Green, Sharlston Common, Wakefield, WF4 1EL

    Without planning permission the erection of a glazed canopy in the position shown hatched black on the attached plan

  8. Planning permission granted8 December 2023· enforcement3317546
    63 Swift Way , Wakefield , WF2 6SR

    Unauthorised ground floor extension to the rear of the dwellinghouse

  9. Notice upheld6 December 2023· enforcement3316201
    Land at 2 Gawthorpe Lane, Kirkhamgate, Wakefield, WF2 0SR

    the erection of 2 dwellings with all matters reserved except for access and layout

  10. Split Decision29 November 2023· minor3320963
    65 Aberford Road, Stanley, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF3 4NH

    described as, ‘change of use from agricultural to residential curtilage, erection of fence to rear boundary, erection of walls to front and side boundaries, installation of flue, demolition of existing garage and erection of detached outbuilding, installation of rainwater harvesting system and retrospective consent for mono-pitched roof over single storey front extension and 2 No dormers to rear roof

  11. Dismissed28 November 2023· minor3316102
    14 Avondale Street, Wakefield, WF2 8DP

    proposed change of use from ground floor hot food takeaway (Use class Sui Generis) and first floor residential apartment (Use class C3) to 10-bedroom HMO (Use class Sui Generis), demolition of existing garage/store and erection of two storey extensions proposed to the rear and side and external alterations at 14 Avondale Street, Wakefield, WF2 8DP

  12. Dismissed27 November 2023· householder3310510
    32 Birchen Avenue, Ossett, WF5 8HT

    a part single, part two storey extension to side

  13. Allowed21 November 2023· minor3319447
    Land At Colorado Way , Castleford, WF10 4TA

    mixed use development of 9 commercial units (classes B2, B8 and E) and 2 buildings for use as car sales incorporating green roofs, green walling, renewable energy technologies and associated landscaping

  14. Notice upheld17 November 2023· enforcement3324601
    Southgate Indian Restaurant, Pontefract, Wakefield, WF8 1LN

    Material alteration of the principal elevation of the building by replacing a window with a shopfront and door

  15. Dismissed3 November 2023· minor3318707
    5 Hillcroft Close, Darrington, Pontefract, WF8 3BD

    use of domestic annexe as an independent dwelling

  16. Dismissed26 October 2023· householder3328045
    19 Moore Way, Castleford, WF10 1FF

    rear dormer roof extension

  17. Dismissed17 October 2023· major3320611
    Paddock Adjacent to No.58 George Lane, Notton , Wakefield, WF4 2NJ

    the erection of 10 new build residential units, with all matters reserved apart from access

  18. Dismissed13 October 2023· householder3327504
    29 Broad Cut Road, Calder Grove, Wakefield, WF4 3DS

    Shed/storage/’Mancave

  19. Dismissed9 October 2023· minor3318853
    95A Station Lane, Featherstone, Pontefract, WF7 5BJ

    conversion of existing property (House) to form 2 No residential units

  20. Dismissed4 October 2023· minor3317899
    96 Barnsley Road, Wakefield, WF1 5NP

    change of use from Sui Generis Hot Food Takeaway (formally A5) to Class E Criteria (b) for the sale of food and drink principally to visiting members of the public where consumption of hot food and drink is mostly undertaken on the premises together with internal works to include rearrangement of kitchen, preparation area, serving area to provide additional internal dining area and toilets and erection of front single storey extension to provide extended dining area. (Retrospective)

  21. Dismissed27 September 2023· minor3315307
    Spa Street, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 0HW

    a material change of use sui generis to B8 storage for builders storage yard

  22. Allowed18 September 2023· minor3313422
    Penny Appeal, Thornes Park, Wakefield, WF2 8QZ

    Change of use from F1 (Non-residential institution) to flexible Class E (offices/café), F2 (local community use) and Sui Generis Use (Theatre)

  23. Unknown15 September 2023· other3319912
    Appeal 3319912
  24. Dismissed11 September 2023· commercial3306134
    10 Horbury Road, Wakefield, WF2 9RW

    upgrade of existing 48 sheet advert to support digital poster

  25. Notice upheld7 September 2023· enforcement3318010
    One Ash, Doncaster Road, Ackworth, Pontefract, WF7 7BZ
  26. Notice upheld7 September 2023· enforcement3318009
    One Ash, Doncaster Road, Ackworth, Pontefract, WF7 7BZ

    Installation of a large 2 metre garden planter, erection of fencing and steel bollards within the vehicular access road referred to as Fairways

  27. Notice upheld7 September 2023· enforcement3316712
    41 Victoria Avenue, Wakefield, WF2 9QL

    Two-storey extension to side, two rear dormers in white PVC material finish, 1.5m boundary wall and 2.2m high gates

  28. Notice varied and upheld7 September 2023· enforcement3316326
    Land on South Side of Warmfield Lane , Marshall Hill, Warmfield, West Yorkshire , WF1 5TN

    Material change of use of land from agricultural to mixed use of agricultural and importation/storage of demolition waste materials, residential use by static caravan and shipping container, and operational development comprising wooden veranda and timber enclosure exceeding 2m in height

  29. Unknown21 August 2023· ldc3304340
    Woodside, Heath, Wakefield, WF1 5SL
  30. Dismissed17 August 2023· householder3317154
    Cross Hills Farm, Goosehill Lane, Warmfield, Wakefield, WF6 2JB

    Following a previous approved planning applications a new entrance and parking area was created at the property. An additional approved planning application created a new kitchen in the existing integral garage in the main house. This application is for a three bay wooden garage with a 'catslide' roof similar in style to the 'catslide' roof in the main house. The location would be on a section of the existing garden immediately behind the new parking area. The bays will be used for two family cars and new electric charging points will be installed in two of the bays. The third bay will be for storage of a tractor and trailer

  31. Notice upheld14 August 2023· enforcement3310157
    Land to the Rear of 63 Front Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 4RN

    Excavation operations on land to the rear of 63 Front Street, Castleford

  32. Notice upheld15 June 2023· enforcement3310323
    Land at Longley Edge, Doncaster Road, Wragby, Wakefield, WF4 1QX

    without planning permission the unauthorised development by the erection of a detached garage and workshop on the Land

  33. Dismissed23 May 2023· commercial3314924
    Land Adjacent To 17 Westfield Road , Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 6EP

    illuminated, digital signage scheme

  34. Dismissed9 May 2023· minor3310982
    74 Sheepwalk Lane, Castleford, WF10 3QQ

    the construction of 2 detached dwellings and associated car parking (outline application with all matters reserved)

  35. Dismissed21 April 2023· commercial3316173
    117 Dewsbury Road, Wakefield, WF2 9BQ

    Conversion of an illuminated paper and paste advertising display to a D-poster digital advertising display

  36. Dismissed5 April 2023· minor3308217
    HaggsHill Farm, Haggs Hill Road , Ossett, WF5 0NR

    Change of use is required from agricultural land (Horse Grazing) to a secure fenced Doggy Daycare facility with 2x portable cabins on site

  37. Allowed31 March 2023· householder3312590
    30 Haigh Lane, Haigh, Barnsley, S75 4BZ

    first floor front extension

  38. Dismissed29 March 2023· minor3304825
    6 Bretton Lane, Bretton, Wakefield, WF4 4LA

    erection of new dwelling and integral garage

  39. Allowed24 March 2023· commercial3312153
    27 Westgate End, Wakefield, WF2 9RG

    installation of wall mounted illuminated 48-sheet D-Poster (digital) display

  40. Dismissed21 March 2023· minor3306828
    5 Kingsley Avenue, Crofton, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF4 1RN

    a portable mast and antenna system for amateur radio use

  41. Dismissed20 March 2023· householder3310245
    12 Cyprus Street, Wakefield, WF1 2RW

    demolition of existing detached garage and outbuilding and proposed new detached garage with gym above

  42. Dismissed20 March 2023· minor3301766
    Land at Gawthorpe Lane, Kirkhamgate, Wakefield, WF2 0SR

    the erection of 2 dwellings with all matters reserved except for access and layout

  43. Split Decision6 March 2023· minor3307347
    16 Cooperative Street, Horbury, Wakefield, WF4 6DR

    Permanent change of use from Working Mens Club to shop fitters office and workspace and outdoor storage and distribution yard for a temporary period of 18 months

  44. Allowed28 February 2023· other3308421
    The Art House, Drury Lane, Wakefield, Yorkshire, WF1 2TE
  45. Allowed28 February 2023· advert3308416
    The Art House, Drury Lane, Wakefield, Yorkshire, WF1 2TE

    neon sign, front elevation advertising business name. The Art House

  46. Dismissed20 February 2023· householder3312917
    135 Lincoln Street, Wakefield, WF2 0ED

    front dormer and loft conversion

  47. Dismissed7 February 2023· commercial3310313
    34 Pincheon Street , Wakefield , WF1 4DT

    the erection of a digital 48 sheet advertisement hoarding

  48. Planning permission granted1 February 2023· enforcement3300237
    180A Hollin Lane, Crigglestone, Wakefield, WF4 3EG

    Without planning permission, the erection of a detached garage in the approximate location shown hatched black on the Land

  49. Dismissed12 January 2023· minor3300922
    Whitwood Mere, Leeds Road, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 1QR

    - Demolition of existing club house - Proposed extensions to existing sub-station - Erection of temporary mooring causeway

  50. Notice upheld10 January 2023· enforcement3300372
    Land at 2 Regent Street, South Hiendley, S72 9AZ

    Without planning permission erection of a boundary fence and gate (shown as a blue dashed line on the attached plan) and a shed to the front (shown hatched black on the attached plan)

  51. Dismissed6 January 2023· householder3308950
    16 Milthorp Carr Road, Wakefield, WF1 2ZH

    Engineering works to raise ground levels of rear garden and installation of taller fencing with privacy panes

  52. Dismissed6 January 2023· householder3305579
    81 Haydock Avenue, Castleford, WF10 5ZH

    removing current South garden wall. Levelling land at the side of the plot (currently between the wall and the pavement) to the same level as the back garden. Build new brick wall closer to the perimeter only of southward legal boundary to encapsulate more of the plot and therefore making the back garden bigger

Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Decisions without a recorded authority may be missing. Research, not advice: verify against the Inspectorate’s own record before relying on a decision. What is in the record.