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Planning applications in Houghton-le-Spring

Last application update 12 Aug 2026

See what's happening with planning in Houghton-le-Spring: 605 planning applications tracked so far.

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Status breakdown

439 Granted 61 Refused 71 Undecided 605 total
Other (34)
  • Withdrawn18
  • Granted with conditions16

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How to comment on a planning application in Houghton-le-Spring

Anyone can have their say on a planning application in Houghton-le-Spring. Find the application on the Sunderland 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.

Sunderland is the local planning authority responsible for deciding applications in Houghton-le-Spring. 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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