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Search current and historic planning applications published by Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council - 2 applications in the last 90 days across 23 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, Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council decided 708 planning applications and approved 85%; 54% of householder decisions were made within eight weeks.

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Areas: Leigh (Wigan) 39Orrell 23Golborne 22Standish 19Ashton-in-Makerfield 13Atherton 13Astley 12Tyldesley 11
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A/26/101032/FULL 5 Jun 2026 Approved

Leigh Market Hall Spinning Gate Leigh WN7 4PG

External alterations including new full height entrance following demolition of the existing porch entrance structure on Gas Street, replacement roof ...

Full Details Wigan 5 Jun 2026
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A/26/100974/MAJOR 28 May 2026 Registered

Driving Test Centre 5 Gibfield Park Avenue Gibfield Park Atherton Manchester M46 0SU

Installation of roof mounted solar panels and 2 EV charging points

Major application Wigan 28 May 2026
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Leigh (Wigan) (39)Orrell (23)Golborne (22)Standish (19)Ashton-in-Makerfield (13)Atherton (13)Astley (12)Tyldesley (11)
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Latest application from Wigan: 28 Jul 2026. We check the council's portal daily.