Planning applications in West Lancashire

Last application update 10 Nov 2026

See what's happening with planning in West Lancashire: 6236 planning applications tracked so far.

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Status breakdown

3423 Granted 739 Refused 560 Undecided 6236 total
Other (1514)
  • Granted with conditions1232
  • Withdrawn279
  • Unresolved3

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How to comment on a planning application in West Lancashire

Anyone can have their say on a planning application in West Lancashire. Find the application on the West Lancashire 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.

West Lancashire is the local planning authority responsible for deciding these applications. 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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Planning applications in the councils nearest here.

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