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Within 0.62 miles of DH1 3HLApplication dates: 16 Sep 2025 to 16 Sep 2026Showing applications within 0.62 miles of this postcode.
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS

Within 0.62 miles of DH1 3HL

94 matching stored records. Coverage is incomplete; this is not a complete application count.

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Tree worksNo objection raised

Durham Sixth Form Centre The Sands Durham DH1 1SG

Various Tree Works comprising Maple (T1) - monitor condition annually, Maple (T9) - prune to clear streetlight by 0.5m, Rowan (T10) - crown lift to 2.2m and prune to clear streetlight by 0.5m, Cherry (T13) - prune to clear building by 2m, Cherry (T20) - crown lift to 3m and prune to clear overhead service cable by 1m, Hornbeam (T39) - prune to clear building by 1m, Hornbeam (T44) - monitor condition annually, Rowan (T52) - prune to clear streetlight by 1m, Group (G53) - monitor health of Cherry and Ash annually, Sycamore (T54) - crown lift to 3m (Amended Description)

Reference
DM/26/01489/TCA
Application date
10 Jun 2026
Decision date
3 Jul 2026
Decision
No objection raised
Approval of conditionsApproved

Lloyds Bank 19 Market Place Durham DH1 3NL

Discharge of conditions 4 (Mechanical and Services Provision) and 5 (Stud Wall and Internal Entrance Details) pursuant to DM/25/02039/LB

Reference
DM/26/01422/DRC
Application date
4 Jun 2026
Decision date
7 Jul 2026
Decision
Approved
Listed building or heritage consentApproved

Telecommunications Mast (64140) Royal County Hotel Old Elvet Durham DH1 3JN

The removal of 1no. wall mounted tri-sector flagpole antenna and 1no. existing equipment cabinet to be replaced with new 1no. new 9-metre-high alpha tri-sector flagpole antenna, 2no. new equipment cabinets, 1no. new GPS node and associated ancillary works thereto.

Reference
DM/26/01390/LB
Application date
2 Jun 2026
Decision date
19 Aug 2026
Decision
Approved
Full planning applicationRefused

Telecommunications Mast (64140) Royal County Hotel Old Elvet Durham DH1 3JN

The removal of 1no. wall mounted tri-sector flagpole antenna and 1no. existing equipment cabinet to be replaced with new 1no. new 9-metre-high alpha tri-sector flagpole antenna, 2no. new equipment cabinets, 1no. new GPS node and associated ancillary works thereto.

Reference
DM/26/01389/FPA
Application date
2 Jun 2026
Decision date
19 Aug 2026
Decision
Refused
Amendment to an existing permissionApproved

57 Orchard Drive Durham DH1 1LA

The property has been continuously occupied as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) by 3 to 6 unrelated individuals who share basic communal amenities, falling within Planning Use Class C4. This C4 use was fully established prior to the implementation of the Durham City Article 4 Direction on 16 September 2016 and has been continuously maintained without interruption down to the present day. A Certificate of Lawfulness is therefore sought to confirm that the existing Class C4 use is lawful Certificate of lawfulness for

Reference
DM/26/01363/CEU
Application date
29 May 2026
Decision date
27 Jul 2026
Decision
Approved
Amendment to an existing permissionAwaiting decision

55 Orchard Drive Durham DH1 1LA

The property has been continuously occupied as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) by 3 to 6 unrelated individuals who share basic communal amenities, falling within Planning Use Class C4. This C4 use was fully established prior to the implementation of the Durham City Article 4 Direction on 16 September 2016 and has been continuously maintained without interruption down to the present day. A Certificate of Lawfulness is therefore sought to confirm that the existing Class C4 use is lawful

Reference
DM/26/01362/CEU
Application date
29 May 2026
Approval of conditionsApproved

7 Diamond Terrace Durham DH1 5SX

Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to DM/26/00504/FPA for the reduction in length of the kitchen, amending the roof covering from slate to Sarnafil membrane, additional rooflights and removal of steps to replace with ramp

Reference
DM/26/01323/VOC
Application date
26 May 2026
Decision date
31 Jul 2026
Decision
Approved
Full planning applicationApproved

27 Silver Street Durham DH1 3RD

Change of use of the ground floor premises from Class E use to a small-scale cocktail lounge/bar (Sui Generis), operating primarily through seated table service, and associated internal alterations.

Reference
DM/26/01239/FPA
Application date
15 May 2026
Decision date
6 Aug 2026
Decision
Approved BNG Not Required
Full planning applicationApproved

Her Majestys Passport Office Freemans Reach Riverside Place Durham DH1 1SL

Installation of guardrails, 3No. step over roof access systems & a roof mounted safety line, 1 new gutter outlet to the west and south elevations, additional coating of single ply roof sheet & new low level steel cable protection to existing guardrails to improve roof safety.

Reference
DM/26/01235/FPA
Application date
15 May 2026
Decision date
20 Jul 2026
Decision
Approved BNG Not Required
Advertisement consentApproved

72 Saddler Street Durham DH1 3NP

Grade 2 listed building. Replacement of the existing fascia signage with new non-illuminated signage. The advertisement will comprise individual 10mm thick stand-off letters in a modern typeface. The letters will be installed over the existing fascia.

Reference
DM/26/01222/AD
Application date
14 May 2026
Decision date
10 Aug 2026
Decision
Approved
Approval of conditionsApproved

7 Diamond Terrace Durham DH1 5SX

Discharge of conditions 3 (submisison of tree protection details) and 4 (railing details) pursuant to DM/26/00504/FPA (amended description)

Reference
DM/26/01185/DRC
Application date
11 May 2026
Decision date
24 Jun 2026
Decision
Approved
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