Solar and renewables in West Northamptonshire

West Northamptonshire received 70 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 1 solar farm, 3 battery storage sites and 7 heat pumps. Of the 35 decided so far, 31 were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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21 Oct 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/4181/HH

The Grange The Grove Moulton NN3 7UF

Proposed single storey and two storey extensions to create enlarged dwelling with balcony and annexe, proposed garage extension, proposed solar panels...

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
19 Oct 2026 2 - Valid Application (1-10) 2026/4176/OAC

Land North And East Of Manor Farm, Bainton Road, Bucknell

*RE-CONSULT* Outline application with all matters reserved for tourism development Including outdoor and indoor theatres, restaurants, hotels, confere...

Other Authority Consultation West Northamptonshire
15 Oct 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/4133/PA

Danes Camp Leisure Centre Clannell Road Northampton NN4 0RX

Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the above Order) for installation of roof mounted solar ...

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
14 Oct 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3826/HH

15 Church Street Cogenhoe NN7 1LS

Replace all windows, add solar panels and rooflight, re-roof pantile roof to be slate.

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
12 Oct 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3567/FULL

Northgate School Kingsthorpe Road Northampton NN2 6NH

Installation of 2no. air source heat pumps with an associated acoustic enclosure.

Full Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
12 Oct 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/1952/FULL

St Peter & St Pauls Church Church Avenue Kings Sutton

Installation of 20. no photovoltaic panels to south aisle roof with external battery storage unit

Full Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
6 Oct 2026 3 - Case Officer Allocated (1-10) 2026/3929/PA

Morrisons Superstore 26 Victoria Promenade Northampton NN1 1HB

To determine if prior approval required [under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the above order] for the Installation of a 383.5kw solar PV roof mounte...

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
6 Oct 2026 3 - Case Officer Allocated (1-10) 2026/3932/PA

Wagamamma Walter Tull Way Northampton NN5 5QJ

Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the above Order) for installation of 111KWp roof mounted...

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
2 Oct 2026 3 - Case Officer Allocated (1-10) 2026/2660/LDP

21 High Street Crick NN6 7TS

The installation of solar panels to the front and rear elevations and potentially the south facing elevation of the single story extension at the rear...

Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) West Northamptonshire
25 Sept 2026 2 - Valid Application (1-10) 2026/4326/FULL

Land East of Leamington Way Daventry

Construction and operation of a micro energy storage project.

Full Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
21 Sept 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/4262/LBC

Kent House 30 Billing Road Northampton NN1 5DQ

Listed Building Consent Addition of PV panels to roof

Listed Building Consent (Alteration) West Northamptonshire
21 Sept 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/4259/FULL

Kent House 30 Billing Road Northampton NN1 5DQ

Addition of PV panels to roof

Full Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
17 Sept 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3713/HH

Verandah Cottage Pimlico Brackley NN13 5TN

External alterations and associated external works, including installation of air source heat pump, to existing outbuilding.

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
17 Sept 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3741/HH

75 High Street Potterspury NN12 7PG

Solar panels on outbuilding and new enlarged drive area.

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
15 Sept 2026 Approved 21 Oct 2026/3638/PA

Pets At Home Firs Avenue Northampton NN4 9BF

Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the above Order) for installation of a roof-mounted phot...

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
14 Sept 2026 Approved 26 Oct 2026/3777/LBC

Royal And Derngate Theatres Guildhall Road Northampton NN1 1DP

Application for Planning Permission and Listed Building Consent for Roof Works incl Replacement Felt, Fall Arrest System and Roof Mounted Photovoltaic...

Listed Building Consent (Alteration) West Northamptonshire
14 Sept 2026 Approved 26 Oct 2026/3596/FULL

Royal And Derngate Theatres Guildhall Road Northampton NN1 1DP

Roof Works incl Replacement Felt, Fall Arrest System and Roof Mounted Photovoltaic Array.

Full Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
4 Sept 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/4035/HH

19 Deanshanger Road Wicken MK19 6BS

Alterations to fenestration, replacement of windows and doors, replacement garage including installation of solar roof panels,

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
3 Sept 2026 Approved 21 Oct 2026/3393/PA

Greencore Unit D Red House Road Moulton Park Industrial Estate Northampton NN3 6GL

Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the above Order) for Solar PV installation to roof area

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
2 Sept 2026 Approved 15 Oct 2026/3614/PA

Warehouse Unit Parsons Road Daventry NN11 8NF

Prior approval [Under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J of the GPDO] for the installation of a PV array on the roof of an existing warehouse at Apex Park.

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
1 Sept 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3461/HH

48 Moulton Road Holcot NN6 9SH

Erection of detached workshop and double garage with first-floor storage and roof-mounted solar panels, ancillary to the existing dwellinghouse.

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
28 Aug 2026 Approved 21 Oct 2026/3383/FULL

Xpo Logistics, Eldon Way, Crick, NN6 7SL

Installation of 2x Fogstar Energy 32 kWh (51.2V, 628Ah) LiFePO4 battery units, housed within a single adapted 20 ft ISO shipping container, for use as...

Full Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
18 Aug 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3184/HH

Claremont House 14 High Street Crick NN6 7TS

External alterations to house. New roof and solar panels.

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
17 Aug 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/2793/HH

Cotswold Cottage Chapel Lane Maidford NN12 8HU

Install Air Heat Source Pump

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
13 Aug 2026 Approved 9 Oct 2026/3384/PA

1 Clayfield Close Northampton NN3 6QF

Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class A of the above Order) for the installation of solar PV on the...

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
4 Aug 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3115/HH

Belmont Little Street Sulgrave OX17 2SG

Extensions and alterations to existing dwelling and associated works to include solar panels & renew roof covering. Erection of detached garage.

Householder Planning Permission West Northamptonshire
31 Jul 2026 3 - Case Officer Allocated (1-10) 2026/3295/OAC

Land North And East Of Manor Farm Bainton Road Bucknell

Re-consult for 25/02232/OUT - Outline application with all matters reserved for tourism development Including outdoor and indoor theatres, restaurants...

Other Authority Consultation West Northamptonshire
31 Jul 2026 4 - Consultations Despatched (1-10) 2026/3252/OAC

Land North and East of Manor Farm, Bainton Road, Bucknell

Other Authority Re-Consultation - Outline application with all matters reserved for tourism development Including outdoor and indoor theatres, restaur...

Other Authority Consultation West Northamptonshire
31 Jul 2026 Refused 24 Sep 2026/3178/PA

Holiday Inn Express Loake Close Grange Park NN4 5EZ

Determination as to whether prior approval is required (under schedule 2,part 1,class J of the above order) for Installation of a roof-mounted solar P...

Prior Approval West Northamptonshire
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need planning permission for solar panels on a house?
Most rooftop solar PV is permitted development if it doesn't project above the highest part of the roof or more than 200mm from the surface. Conservation areas, listed buildings and World Heritage Sites usually require full planning permission or Listed Building Consent.
Do you need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
In most cases an outdoor heat pump unit smaller than 1.5m³ (raised in 2025 from 0.6m³) and at least 1m from the boundary qualifies as permitted development. Listed buildings and conservation areas may need full permission.
How big can a solar farm be without planning permission?
Ground-mounted commercial solar farms above 50kW effectively always require full planning permission. Smaller rooftop installations on industrial or agricultural buildings can sometimes use prior-approval rights under Part 14 of the GPDO.
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