Designated Protected Areas in Chorley

July 31, 2026 Executive Member (Homes and Housing) (Cabinet member) Approved View on council website
Full council record

Decision

  1. To approve the DPA waiver request at this location.
  2. To note that the consultation has been undertaken with the Planning Officer and Head of Planning and Enforcement, neither of whom has raised any concerns regarding the proposed waiver.
  3. To note that the proposal has been assessed against the Council’s agreed criteria for determining DPA waiver request and on balance, the benefits of granting the waiver outweigh the associated risks.
  4. To submit the DPA waiver request to Homes England.

Supporting Documents

Appendix 1 for Designated Protected Areas in Chorley.pdf
Appendix 3 for Designated Protected Areas in Chorley.pdf
Designated Protected Areas in Chorley.pdf
Appendix 2 for Designated Protected Areas in Chorley.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date31 Jul 2026
Effective from8 Aug 2026
Expected date6 May 2026
Originally due6 May 2026
Lead officerEliza Smith
Subject to call-inYes