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From the council’s own planning register, read in full from 2006. One of the councils’ registers on one map in Town Planner Pro.
Town Planner Pro holds 24,718 planning applications from the planning register of Chorley, read in full from 2006 to 2 November 2026. Of the 21,476 approved or refused, 91% were approved. In the last twelve months 1,055 were approved or refused, 89% approved. Figures as at 11 November 2026; the register was last read on 9 November 2026.
24,718
applications held
91%
of those approved or refused, approved
1,055
approved or refused in the last 12 months, 89% approved
424
pending on the register
By year
By the year the council validated each application (received, where no date of validation is given). % approved is of those approved or refused.
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused | Withdrawn | % approved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 to date | 1,043 | 596 | 62 | 25 | 91% |
| 2025 | 1,180 | 924 | 110 | 48 | 89% |
| 2024 | 1,043 | 876 | 56 | 40 | 94% |
| 2023 | 1,063 | 853 | 76 | 45 | 92% |
| 2022 | 1,228 | 1,007 | 92 | 56 | 92% |
| 2021 | 1,381 | 1,120 | 127 | 47 | 90% |
| 2020 | 1,321 | 1,048 | 105 | 64 | 91% |
| 2019 | 1,135 | 905 | 82 | 68 | 92% |
| 2018 | 1,121 | 947 | 88 | 39 | 91% |
| 2017 | 1,150 | 943 | 78 | 34 | 92% |
| 2016 | 1,117 | 962 | 48 | 57 | 95% |
| 2015 | 1,203 | 1,009 | 61 | 75 | 94% |
| 2014 | 1,273 | 1,020 | 84 | 77 | 92% |
| 2013 | 1,141 | 938 | 50 | 90 | 95% |
| 2012 | 1,187 | 932 | 64 | 129 | 94% |
| 2011 | 1,029 | 836 | 64 | 82 | 93% |
| 2010 | 1,088 | 862 | 77 | 107 | 92% |
| 2009 | 985 | 761 | 88 | 107 | 90% |
| 2008 | 1,141 | 901 | 108 | 97 | 89% |
| 2007 | 1,382 | 1,057 | 147 | 138 | 88% |
| 2006 | 1,324 | 999 | 170 | 108 | 85% |
83% of the applications held are on the map, placed by the council’s own point or red line, the property, or the postcode. Outcomes are the register’s; an application whose outcome is not yet read counts in none of the three.
The appeals decided here are in the appeal record for Chorley Borough Council.
Newest applications in Chorley
The 40 most recently validated, newest first.
- Pendingvalid 2 November 202606/26/00940/NOT
The Bungalow Withnell Fold Withnell Chorley PR6 8BA
Notification of proposed works to a tree within Withnell Conservation Area - Notice of intent to carry out urgent tree works in response to Section 154 Notice under the Highways Act 1980. Remove the lower limb of the tree, significantly reduce the crown and raise above the carriageway
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202606/26/00958/TCON
Auntie Sally's Cottage 31 Grape Lane Croston Leyland PR26 9HB
Notification of proposed works to protected trees within Croston Conservation Area - The Lime Tree is situated in the grounds of No 35 Grape Lane close to the boundary wall with 31 Grape Lane. The branches overhang the drive of No. 31 and the pavement. They overhang the drive of 31, catching vehicles entering but also in strong winds hitting people entering the drive. The trees are leaning towards the light, and the lower branches need cutting off. It is probably 75 - 100 years old The Beech Tree is situated in the grounds of No. 35, and the branches overhang the drive of No.31. When it is windy they activate the sensor on the garage, which means that I have to switch it off in the dark. Again, a lower branch needs removing.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202606/26/00963/TCON
Croston Park Nursing Home Town Road Croston Leyland PR26 9RA
Notification of proposed works to protected tree within Croston Conservation Area - T1 Elm= Fell T2 Elm =Fell T3 Elm = Fell
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202606/26/01028/MNMA
36 New Street Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2QP
Minor non-material amendment to planning permission ref: 25/00404/FUL (Application for technical details consent for the erection of 5no. bungalows and associated access, pursuant to permission in principle ref. 24/00175/PIP) to amend the approved surface water drainage strategy layout and details so the the final surface water connection discharges directly into an existing culverted ordinary watercourse
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202606/26/01033/DIS
36 New Street Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2QP
Application to discharge condition 12 (Sustainable Drainage Management and Maintenance Plan), attached to planning permission 25/00404/FUL (Application for technical details consent for the erection of 5no. bungalows and associated access, pursuant to permission in principle ref. 24/00175/PIP)
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202606/26/01029/FULHH
Sherford Blue Stone Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RH
Remodelling and extensions to existing bungalow including: (1) alterations to roof including new hipped roof with increased ridge height and front and rear gables; (2) single storey side extensions to either side; and associated external alterations (following demolition of existing attached entrance lobby, garage, and conservatory).
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202626/00940/NOT
The Bungalow Withnell Fold Withnell Chorley PR6 8BA
Notification of proposed works to a tree within Withnell Conservation Area - Notice of intent to carry out urgent tree works in response to Section 154 Notice under the Highways Act 1980. Remove the lower limb of the tree, significantly reduce the crown and raise above the carriageway
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202626/00958/TCON
Auntie Sally's Cottage 31 Grape Lane Croston Leyland PR26 9HB
Notification of proposed works to protected trees within Croston Conservation Area - The Lime Tree is situated in the grounds of No 35 Grape Lane close to the boundary wall with 31 Grape Lane. The branches overhang the drive of No. 31 and the pavement. They overhang the drive of 31, catching vehicles entering but also in strong winds hitting people entering the drive. The trees are leaning towards the light, and the lower branches need cutting off. It is probably 75 - 100 years old The Beech Tree is situated in the grounds of No. 35, and the branches overhang the drive of No.31. When it is windy they activate the sensor on the garage, which means that I have to switch it off in the dark. Again, a lower branch needs removing.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202626/00963/TCON
Croston Park Nursing Home Town Road Croston Leyland PR26 9RA
Notification of proposed works to protected tree within Croston Conservation Area - T1 Elm= Fell T2 Elm =Fell T3 Elm = Fell
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202626/01028/MNMA
36 New Street Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2QP
Minor non-material amendment to planning permission ref: 25/00404/FUL (Application for technical details consent for the erection of 5no. bungalows and associated access, pursuant to permission in principle ref. 24/00175/PIP) to amend the approved surface water drainage strategy layout and details so the the final surface water connection discharges directly into an existing culverted ordinary watercourse
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202626/01033/DIS
36 New Street Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2QP
Application to discharge condition 12 (Sustainable Drainage Management and Maintenance Plan), attached to planning permission 25/00404/FUL (Application for technical details consent for the erection of 5no. bungalows and associated access, pursuant to permission in principle ref. 24/00175/PIP)
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 2 November 202626/01029/FULHH
Sherford Blue Stone Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RH
Remodelling and extensions to existing bungalow including: (1) alterations to roof including new hipped roof with increased ridge height and front and rear gables; (2) single storey side extensions to either side; and associated external alterations (following demolition of existing attached entrance lobby, garage, and conservatory).
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202607/2026/00795/DIS
Street Record Myerscough Smithy Lane Balderstone Lancashire
Discharge of condition 19 pursuant to permission 07/2025/00406/FUL for full planning application for phased residential development (Three phases - Use Class C3) of 121 dwellings with associated landscaping, access/ egress, car parking, drainage, and other necessary supporting infrastructure
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202606/26/00835/CLPUD
Eccleston Cricket Club Doctors Lane Eccleston Chorley PR7 5QY
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed patio extension
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202607/2026/00764/FUL
Conkers 97A Chain House Lane Whitestake Preston Lancashire PR4 4LB
Change of use of land from agricultural to a private horse riding menage / arena
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202606/26/00960/FULHH
3 Cuerden Gardens Clayton-Le-Woods Leyland Lancashire PR25 5BJ
Erection of single-storey rear extension
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202606/26/01032/PIP
Roselea Dawbers Lane Euxton Lancashire PR7 6EW
Permission in principle application for the erection of 2no. dwellinghouses
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202626/01032/PIP
Roselea Dawbers Lane Euxton Lancashire PR7 6EW
Permission in principle application for the erection of 2no. dwellinghouses
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 30 October 202626/00835/CLPUD
Eccleston Cricket Club Doctors Lane Eccleston Chorley PR7 5QY
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed patio extension
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202606/26/00833/FULHH
6A Kings Lea Adlington Chorley PR7 4EN
Erection of a first floor side extension and a single storey detached rear outbuilding
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202606/26/00944/TPO
1 Tuson Lane Whittle-le-woods Chorley PR6 7FZ
Application for works to protected trees - Chorley BC TPO 19 (Whittle-le-Woods) 2011 T10 and T9: the two trees are located to the left of the property and require a 3m cut back towards the home boundary line. at current he limb and branches are touching the house roof and are at risk of causing damage to the property. all works will be carried out by a qualified tree surgeon completing works to the BS standard.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202606/26/00945/TPO
31 Magnolia Drive Clayton-le-woods Leyland PR25 5SF
Application for works to a protected tree - Chorley BC TPO 8 (Clayton-le-Woods) 1996 T14: oak Crown reduction and outstretched branches up to two meters to clear neighbouring properties and own. Branches are well over into neighbouring gardens and over neighbouring property.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202607/2026/00776/HOH
2 Banks Cottage Dob Lane Walmer Bridge Preston Lancashire PR4 4SU
Proposed single storey side extension to replace existing porch
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202607/2026/00791/DIS
Holly House Marsh Lane Longton Preston Lancashire PR4 5LA
Discharge of condition 10 pursuant to permission 07/2022/00296/FUL - erection of two dwellings and demolition of existing buildings
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202626/00833/FULHH
6A Kings Lea Adlington Chorley PR7 4EN
Erection of a first floor side extension and a single storey detached rear outbuilding
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202626/00944/TPO
1 Tuson Lane Whittle-le-woods Chorley PR6 7FZ
Application for works to protected trees - Chorley BC TPO 19 (Whittle-le-Woods) 2011 T10 and T9: the two trees are located to the left of the property and require a 3m cut back towards the home boundary line. at current he limb and branches are touching the house roof and are at risk of causing damage to the property. all works will be carried out by a qualified tree surgeon completing works to the BS standard.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 29 October 202626/00945/TPO
31 Magnolia Drive Clayton-le-woods Leyland PR25 5SF
Application for works to a protected tree - Chorley BC TPO 8 (Clayton-le-Woods) 1996 T14: oak Crown reduction and outstretched branches up to two meters to clear neighbouring properties and own. Branches are well over into neighbouring gardens and over neighbouring property.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 28 October 202607/2026/00741/HOH
9 Old Orchard Place Moss Side Leyland Lancashire PR26 7UY
Conversion of the existing detached garage into an online business ancillary to the main dwelling. Proposed modifications to the front elevation. (Amended Description).
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 28 October 202607/2026/00785/NMA
Victorian Plumbing Sustainability Way Leyland Preston Lancashire PR26 6TB
Non material amendment to permission 07/2023/00765/FUL -Erection of a Class E(g)/B2/B8 Use building with ancillary office space, associated parking, landscaping and infrastructure
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 28 October 202607/2026/00786/NMA
Land West Of Lancashire Business Park Centurion Way Farington Lancashire PR26 6TS
Non material amendment to permission 07/2023/00764/REM -Reserved Matters of Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale following outline approval 07/2020/00781/OUT for 3no. buildings (Use Classes E(g)/ B2/B8) with associated works together with updated landscaping scheme and ecological enhancements for the Phase 1 development
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 28 October 202607/2026/00788/DIS
Land West Of Saxon Place Penwortham Preston Lancashire PR1 9RW
Discharge of Conditon No's 10 (BNG Gain Plan and HMMP plan); 11 (Ecology Mitigation) and 12 (Ecologival Enhancement Measures) of planning permission 07/2026/01014/FUL (Erection of a two-storey, 66-bedroom Care Home for older people (Use Class C2), with associated access to Saxon Place and adjacent development plot, parking, open space, landscaping, and ancillary buildings).
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202607/2026/00783/FUL
Street Record Bannister Hall Lane Higher Walton Lancashire
Proposed Gated Access for Agricultural Use onto Bannister Hall Lane
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202607/2026/00765/HOH
The Cottage Station Road Little Hoole Preston Lancashire PR4 5LE
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single storey rear extension and open front porch
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202607/2026/00784/DIS
Green Lane Bungalow Green Lane Farington Moss Leyland Lancashire PR26 6RN
Discharge of conditions 6, 12 and 13 pursuant to permission 07/2026/00438/FUL -Application for erection of 1no. detached dwelling (self-build/custom build), access from Green Lane, driveway and associated infrastructure.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202607/2026/00780/HOH
39 Whernside Way Leyland Lancashire PR25 4ZN
single storey side extension following demolition of existing conservatory and first floor rear extension.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202606/26/00951/FUL
8 Queensway Close Penwortham Preston Lancashire PR1 0EH
06/26/00951/FUL
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202607/2026/00782/DIS
South Rings Business Park Craven Drive Bamber Bridge Preston Lancashire PR5 6BZ
Discharge of condition 8 pursuant to permission 07/2026/00439/FUL -Change of use from Class B8 (Storage and Distribution) to Class B2 (General Industrial) together with the installation of 1no. nitrogen storage tank and 1no. fire suppressant storage tank within the eastern part of the service yard (including associated plant, pipework and infrastructure), the installation of vehicle barriers surrounding the tanks and dock leveller, the installation of 1no. dock leveller together with a new roller shutter door and surround to an existing rear loading bay
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202606/26/00955/CLPUD
94 Bredon Avenue Euxton Chorley PR7 6NS
Certificate of lawfulness application for proposed erection of single storey side extension to existing dwellinghouse.
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202607/2026/00781/HOH
3 Blackhurst Court Longton Preston Lancashire PR4 5HR
Single storey side and rear extensions following removal of carport and conservatory
The council’s page - Pendingvalid 27 October 202606/26/00954/FULHH
17 Haworth Road Chorley PR6 9FG
Erection of single storey rear extension
The council’s page
Latest decisions in Chorley
- Approveddecided 6 November 202606/25/00476/CB3MAJ
Woodlands Conference Centre Southport Road Chorley PR7 1QR
Outline application with all matters reserved, other than means of access, for a residential development of up to 97 dwellings including new access points, open space, landscaping and other associated works
The council’s page - Approveddecided 5 November 202606/26/00460/FUL
Unit K4 Buckshaw Link Ordnance Road Buckshaw Village Chorley PR7 7EL
Erection of 2no. external padel courts
The council’s page - Refuseddecided 5 November 202606/26/00815/FUL
Bridge End Barn Meadow Lane Croston Leyland PR26 9JP
Retention of 3no. CCTV security poles and associated camera equipment
The council’s page - Approveddecided 4 November 202606/26/00742/LBC
Astley Hall Astley Park Park Road Chorley PR7 1NP
Section 19 application to vary condition 3 (approved plans) of Listed Building Consent 23/01097/LBC (Application for listed building consent for repairs and alterations to the western elevations of the West Range, including timber-frame repairs, infill panel replacement, renewed rainwater goods, roof extension over walls 49-50, leadwork and flashings replacement and minor alterations to chimney stack) involving alterations to the approved timber-frame repairs, comprising the thickening of three cross-braces, omission of a fourth brace, and use of microporous paint instead of oil stain on the external faces of the oak beams
The council’s page - Approveddecided 4 November 202626/00742/LBC
Astley Hall Astley Park Park Road Chorley PR7 1NP
Section 19 application to vary condition 3 (approved plans) of Listed Building Consent 23/01097/LBC (Application for listed building consent for repairs and alterations to the western elevations of the West Range, including timber-frame repairs, infill panel replacement, renewed rainwater goods, roof extension over walls 49-50, leadwork and flashings replacement and minor alterations to chimney stack) involving alterations to the approved timber-frame repairs, comprising the thickening of three cross-braces, omission of a fourth brace, and use of microporous paint instead of oil stain on the external faces of the oak beams
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202606/26/00794/FULHH
Woodview Bungalow Wood Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RL
Single storey rear extension
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202606/26/00798/FUL
Land Next To Rose Cottage Sandy Lane Mawdesley Chorley L40 2QB
Creation of a wildlife pond
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202606/26/00811/FUL
Hearts And Minds Childcare Billinge House Euxton Lane Euxton Chorley PR7 6DL
New external fire escape staircase to rear
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202606/26/00813/FUL
The Bungalow Ridley Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RE
Conversion of existing garage to create 1no. residential dwelling including roof alterations involving the raising of the ridge and eaves height to create a first floor, two storey side extension, new access, off road car parking, and associated landscape works
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202606/26/00896/DIS
Higher Morris Farm 595 Preston Road Clayton-le-woods Chorley PR6 7EB
Application to discharge condition 10 (bat licence) attached to planning permission 22/00081/FUL (Erection of two storey building containing seven self contained supported living units, staff living unit and communal areas, and one individual detached bungalow, along with associated driveway and parking following demolition of existing buildings)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202606/26/00895/DEMCON
A S C Timber Supplies Ltd Steeley Lane Chorley PR6 0RD
Application for prior determination for the proposed demolition of the former Home Improvement Centre building
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202626/00895/DEMCON
A S C Timber Supplies Ltd Steeley Lane Chorley PR6 0RD
Application for prior determination for the proposed demolition of the former Home Improvement Centre building
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202626/00896/DIS
Higher Morris Farm 595 Preston Road Clayton-le-woods Chorley PR6 7EB
Application to discharge condition 10 (bat licence) attached to planning permission 22/00081/FUL (Erection of two storey building containing seven self contained supported living units, staff living unit and communal areas, and one individual detached bungalow, along with associated driveway and parking following demolition of existing buildings)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202626/00794/FULHH
Woodview Bungalow Wood Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RL
Single storey rear extension
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202626/00798/FUL
Land Next To Rose Cottage Sandy Lane Mawdesley Chorley L40 2QB
Creation of a wildlife pond
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202626/00811/FUL
Hearts And Minds Childcare Billinge House Euxton Lane Euxton Chorley PR7 6DL
New external fire escape staircase to rear
The council’s page - Approveddecided 3 November 202626/00813/FUL
The Bungalow Ridley Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RE
Conversion of existing garage to create 1no. residential dwelling including roof alterations involving the raising of the ridge and eaves height to create a first floor, two storey side extension, new access, off road car parking, and associated landscape works
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202606/26/00680/DIS
Land Adjcent Rossendale Drive Adlington PR6 9AB
Application to discharge conditions 23 (public open space), 29 (tresspass proof fence) and 35 (LEAP), attached to planning permission 22/00631/FULMAJ (Erection of 137no. dwellings, of which 30% will be affordable, together with associated roads, car parking and landscaping works)
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202606/26/00760/FULHH
The Nook Ridley Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RE
Single storey rear extension, loft conversion with rear dormer, front porch and garage reduction
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202606/26/00803/FULHH
5 Tansley Avenue Coppull Chorley PR7 5DJ
First floor side extension above existing garage
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202606/26/00802/CLPUD
26 Kellet Avenue Clayton-le-woods Leyland PR25 5TE
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed rear dormer
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202606/26/00810/CLPUD
Former Scrap Yard Town Lane Industrial Estate Town Lane Charnock Richard Chorley PR7 5XG
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the erection of an industrial building
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202626/00760/FULHH
The Nook Ridley Lane Mawdesley Ormskirk L40 2RE
Single storey rear extension, loft conversion with rear dormer, front porch and garage reduction
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202626/00802/CLPUD
26 Kellet Avenue Clayton-le-woods Leyland PR25 5TE
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for a proposed rear dormer
The council’s page - Approveddecided 2 November 202626/00803/FULHH
5 Tansley Avenue Coppull Chorley PR7 5DJ
First floor side extension above existing garage
The council’s page
From the planning register of Chorley, read by Town Planner Pro. Descriptions are the council’s own words; some registers cut them short in their lists. No applicant’s or agent’s details are kept, and a personal name within a description is shown as [name]. The council’s register is the record: check its own page before relying on an entry. This page is research, not advice.