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Planning applications in Barnard Castle

Last application update 23 Sept 2026

See what's happening with planning in Barnard Castle: 529 planning applications tracked so far.

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Status breakdown

435 Granted 21 Refused 58 Undecided 529 total
Other (15)
  • Withdrawn11
  • Granted with conditions4

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How to comment on a planning application in Barnard Castle

Anyone can have their say on a planning application in Barnard Castle. Find the application on the Durham planning authority's public-access portal using the reference number above, then submit a comment before the consultation deadline. Comments are usually limited to planning matters such as overlooking, loss of light, traffic, noise and the character of the area.

Durham is the local planning authority responsible for deciding applications in Barnard Castle. Town Crier mirrors the public record so you can keep track of what is happening near you, but the council remains the authoritative source and the place to submit formal comments.

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