Newbus Grange And Caravan Site Hurworth Road Neasham Darlington
Awaiting decision
26/00297/CON
Description
Part approval of details reserved by condition 4(i)(windows) attached to listed building consent 23/01241/LBC dated 05 Aug 2025 (demolition of existing single storey extensions to allow for conversion and refurbishment of former nursing home to create offices, 6 No. self-contained flats and a dwelling. Works to include removal of internal passenger lift, installation of sprinkler and smoke ventilation, reconfiguration of rooms and steps internally and alterations to doors and windows)
7.1/10
Planning Authority Score
#42 of 282
Darlington ranks #142 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 98% approval rate vs 90% nationally.
Darlington decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
90%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #109 of 282
98%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #9 of 282
71%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #142 of 282
35%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #94 of 282
93%
Minor dwellings approved
15 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
6 decided (10+ homes)
79%
Change of use approved
24 decided
451
Total decisions
44 refused in 2025