The Cottage Smithy Lane Whitmore Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 5FD

1. 31 Jul 2026

   Validated

   Checked as complete and ready for consideration.

2. 12 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

3. Decision

   Awaiting decision

   Decision expected by 25 September 2026, 8 weeks from validation under the statutory target for most applications. Extensions of time are common and are agreed case by case.

   Newcastle-under-Lyme took a median of 100 days over the applications it decided in the last year.

This application is with Newcastle-under-Lyme for determination. The council publicises it, consults neighbours and technical bodies where required, and weighs the responses against local and national planning policy.

The statutory target is eight weeks for most applications and thirteen for major development, though extensions of time are common. Comments carry most weight while the case is undecided, so check the council portal for the deadline if you want to respond.

Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.

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• Whitmore Lea Whitmore Newcastle Staffs ST5 5HR

  03/01042/FUL Submitted 20 Oct 2003 64m away

  Extension to front porch

  Granted Full applications Extension
  Small domestic

• Whitmore Lea Newcastle Road Whitmore Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 5HR

  26/00396/FUL Submitted 17 Jun 2026 128m away

  Decision due ~12 Aug

  Extension to existing outbuilding/garage

  Decided Full applications Extension

• The Oaklands Bent Lane Whitmore Newcastle Staffs

  03/00785/FUL Submitted 1 Aug 2003 301m away

  Detached double garage with storage over

  Granted Full applications

• Whitmore Hall Whitmore Newcastle Staffs ST5 5HW

  03/00967/LBC Submitted 6 Oct 2003 399m away

  Internal alterations associated with fire detection and fire resistance measures

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings

• 26/00445/TCA Granted

  Derwent House Brampton Road Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 0QW

  T1 Beech tree in grounds of Derwent House over car park and growing towards building of Knights - Remove lower x 2 limbs over car park crown raise small branches to balance to clear building and car park T2 Oak in the grounds of Apire Housing Hyacinth House Block 22-40 - growing over car park of Knights and towards building - removal of 2/3 lower limbs cut back from building 2-3m

  2 Jul 2026 Trees
• 26/00623/TCA Awaiting decision

  Rosemary Cottage Clayton Road Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 4AD

  Works to Trees in a Conservation Area

  Trees
• 26/00625/TCA Awaiting decision

  Rosemary Cottage Clayton Road Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 4AD

  Approval is sought to undertake essential management works on two Yew trees (Taxus baccata) located in the rear garden of Rose Cottage. The trees have not been pruned for several years, resulting in dense canopies that dominate the garden, prevent understory growth, and cause structural and access conflicts. All works are proposed, and will be carried out, in accordance with British Standard BS3998. Detailed Schedule of Works & Justification Tree 1 Yew tree,Taxus baccata (Located closest to the rear fence, adjacent to the public footpath) ? Current Condition: This tree is significantly one-sided and exhibits a distinct lean towards the main dwelling. This structural imbalance is caused by heavy shading on its rear side from a neighbouring tree. ? Proposed Work 1: Crown Reduction Specification: Reduce the lateral branches facing the house by 2?3 metres to establish a clear separation zone between the canopy and the building. Justification: The branches are in direct physical contact with the structure, roof tiles, and guttering of Rose Cottage, presenting an immediate risk of structural damage and blocked drainage. ? Proposed Work 2: Crown Lifting Specification: Lift the lower canopy to a uniform height, ensuring a minimum clearance of 2.5 metres over the public footpath. Justification: Low-hanging branches currently overhang the public footpath below a height of 2 metres, creating a direct obstruction and hazard for pedestrians. ? Proposed Work 3: Crown Thinning Specification: Thin the crown by a maximum of 30%. Justification: To reduce wind resistance on an already leaning tree, improve structural balance, and allow light filtration into the rear garden to support ground-level vegetation. Tree 2 Yew tree,Taxus baccata (Located closest to the cottage, adjacent to the patio area) ? Current Condition: A large, dominant specimen positioned next to the domestic patio and the rear elevation of the house. ? Proposed Work 1: Crown Reduction Specification: Reduce the later

  Trees
• 26/00461/TWA Granted

  Oaklands Southwood Baldwins Gate Newcastle Under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 5EY

  Works to trees

  22 Jun 2026 Trees
• 26/00577/TCA Awaiting decision

  Church House Woore Road Madeley Crewe Cheshire CW3 9PL

  143 Holly, Re-pollard at approx 4m AGL. 144 Holly, Dead stem. Fell. 145 Pine, Reduce over extended branches North N/E by 1-2m from branch tips to help reduce the risk of future failure. 146 Pine, Reduce over extended branches South and West facing by 1-2m from branch tips to help reduce the risk of future failure. 147 Holly, Re-pollard all stems at approx 4m AGL. 148 Holly, Reduce height to appox 4m AGL 149 Ash crown lift to 5m over highway and remove major deadwood.

  Trees