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Search current and historic planning applications published by Sunderland City Council - 2 applications in the last 90 days across 10 towns and areas and 11 postcode districts. Filter applications by date, status, development type, or number of homes, view them on the map, or create a free alert for new applications. In the year to March 2026, Sunderland City Council decided 581 planning applications and approved 91%; 73% of householder decisions were made within eight weeks.

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Areas: Shiney Row and Penshaw 8Washington 5Houghton-le-Spring 4Hetton-le-Hole 2East Rainton 2Springwell 1South Bents 1Newbottle 1
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26/01130/FUL 20 May 2026 Approved

Unit 5 Shaw Building Ropery Road Sunderland SR4 6DD

Change of use from used car dealership to MOT centre, alterations to front entrance and new roller shutter door.

Full Application Sunderland 20 May 2026
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26/01050/ADV 11 May 2026 Approved

170-173 High Street West Sunderland SR1 1UP

Proposed painted fascia signage to shop front of 170-171 High Street West, proposed text on glazing above central door to shop front of 170-171 High S...

Advert Application Sunderland 11 May 2026
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Latest application from Sunderland: 28 Jul 2026. We check the council's portal daily.