How do I search for planning appeals?

Claw lets you search over 350,000 planning appeal decisions from the Planning Inspectorate and DPEA. Use our advanced filters to narrow results by local authority, appeal type, decision outcome, date range, and more. You can also use full-text search to find specific keywords in decision letters.

What planning appeal data does Claw include?

Claw indexes appeal decisions from the Planning Inspectorate (PINS) covering England, the Directorate for Planning and Environmental Appeals (DPEA) covering Scotland, and Planning and Environment Decisions Wales (PEDW) covering Wales. This includes householder appeals, full planning appeals, enforcement notices, listed building appeals, and more — with AI-generated highlights from each decision letter.

What is the success rate for planning appeals in the UK?

Nationally, around 30-35% of planning appeals are allowed or part-allowed. However, success rates vary significantly by local authority and appeal type. Claw provides detailed success rate data for every local planning authority so you can benchmark your chances before appealing.

Claw is built for planning professionals — including planning consultants, architects, developers, solicitors, and local planning authority officers. Anyone who needs to research planning appeal precedents, analyse decision trends, or prepare statements of case will benefit from Claw.

Can I read the original appeal decision letters?

Yes. Claw provides direct access to original decision letter PDFs for every appeal. You can also use our AI chat feature to ask questions about any decision letter and get instant answers — no need to read the entire document.

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Claw offers a 14-day free trial with full access. After that, plans start from £49/month for individuals. Team plans are available for organisations that need multiple seats and shared bookmarks. No credit card is required to start your trial.

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Turned Away

Appeal Turned Away — the UK

CLUD-260-2200 · Added 19 May 2026

44 Muirhead Road, G69 7HB

On February 18, 2026, Glasgow City Council issued a decision letter regarding the application (Ref: 25/02674/ELU) for the use of an outbuilding at 44 Muirhead Road, Glasgow, as a beauty salon. The application was refused based on the determination that the proposed use would not be lawful, necessitating a formal planning application. The main issue at hand was the legality of the intended use of the outbuilding. The planning authority concluded that the evidence provided did not support the claim for lawful use, thus rejecting the application. This decision underscores the importance of adhering to planning regulations, which require proper authorization for changes in land use. The Inspector's reasoning centered on the lack of sufficient evidence to establish that the proposed beauty salon could operate lawfully under existing planning laws. Consequently, the council emphasized that a new planning application would be required to pursue this development. The final decision was a refusal of the application, with the applicant being informed of their right to appeal the decision to the Scottish Ministers within three months. The appeal process was outlined, including the requirement to submit relevant documents alongside the appeal notice. The decision notice serves as a legal document and should be retained for future reference.

Allowed

Appeal Allowed — the UK

3224659 · Added 13 Apr 2026

49a and 49b South End, CR0 1BF

The appeal decision concerns a planning application by Mr. Ahmet Yeldener for the erection of a first-floor rear extension, loft conversion with L-shaped dormer extensions, and conversion of upper floors into residential units at 49a and 49b South End, Croydon. The London Borough of Croydon refused the application, prompting the appeal under section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. The main issues identified by the Inspector were whether the proposed development would provide an appropriate housing mix and satisfactory living conditions for future occupants. The Inspector noted that while Croydon’s Local Plan aims for a strategic target of 30% of new homes to have three or more bedrooms, there is no specific requirement for small sites like this one. The proposed development would consist of six small units, which the Inspector deemed suitable given the urban context and existing character of the area, which is primarily commercial and not conducive to family housing. Regarding living conditions, the proposed flats met the national space standards, although they fell short of the Local Plan's requirements for private amenity space. The Inspector concluded that the lack of private outdoor space would not lead to substandard accommodation due to the site's sustainable location and availability of nearby public spaces. Ultimately, the appeal was allowed, granting planning permission subject to conditions that included compliance with statutory requirements, use of specified materials, obscure glazing for certain windows, provision for cycle storage, and implementation of noise mitigation measures. The decision was made on 8th July 2019, following a site visit on 4th June 2019.

Dismissed

Appeal Dismissed — Birmingham

2025/06973/PA · Added 09 Apr 2026

5 Lindridge Road, Birmingham, B23 7HU

The appeal decision concerns the proposed erection of a 6-metre deep single-storey rear extension at 5 Lindridge Road, Birmingham, which was refused by Birmingham City Council. The appeal was made under section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, focusing on whether the proposed development would adversely affect the living conditions of neighboring properties, particularly regarding sunlight, daylight, and outlook. The Inspector noted that while the extension complied with certain permitted development criteria, it would breach the Council's '45-degree code', which is designed to protect the amenity of adjacent properties. Specifically, the extension would obstruct light and create an obtrusive outlook for the neighboring property at 3 Lindridge Road, and it would also cast shadows over the windows of both 3 and 7 Lindridge Road, reducing their sunlight and daylight. Despite the appellant's claims of having addressed neighbor objections and willingness to scale down the proposal, the Inspector emphasized that the appeal must consider the original application as submitted. The Inspector concluded that the proposed development would harm the living conditions of neighboring occupiers, conflicting with local planning policies aimed at ensuring high design quality and adequate living conditions. Ultimately, the appeal was dismissed, and the proposed extension was not granted approval.

Dismissed

Appeal Dismissed — Bardsey

25/07330/FU · Added 09 Apr 2026

2 Holme Farm Cottages, Bardsey, LS23 6NA

The appeal decision concerns a planning application by Mrs. N Akhtar for a first-floor side extension at 2 Holme Farm Cottages, located in the Green Belt. Leeds City Council had refused the application, deeming it inappropriate development that would disproportionately enlarge the original building. The main issues identified by the Inspector were the proposal's effect on the openness of the Green Belt and whether any potential harm could be outweighed by other considerations. The Inspector concurred with the Council's assessment that the extension would increase the building's volume significantly, resulting in a reduction of the Green Belt's openness both spatially and visually. Although the extension would add to the built character of the area, it would still harm the Green Belt's openness. The appellant argued that a fallback position existed, consisting of a permitted rear extension and dormer that could be constructed without planning permission. While the Inspector acknowledged that this fallback development would also harm the Green Belt, it would be less visually prominent than the proposed side extension. However, the Inspector expressed concerns that allowing the appeal could lead to both developments being constructed, compounding the harm to the Green Belt. Ultimately, the Inspector concluded that the proposal constituted inappropriate development that would harm the Green Belt, and the other considerations did not clearly outweigh this harm. Therefore, the appeal was dismissed, aligning with the policies of the Leeds Unitary Development Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework regarding development in the Green Belt.

Dismissed

Appeal Dismissed — Milton Keynes

PLN/2025/2376 · Added 09 Apr 2026

69 Lichfield Down, Milton Keynes, MK7 7AS

The planning appeal decision concerns a proposed loft conversion at 69 Lichfield Down, Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes, which was refused by Milton Keynes Council. The main issue identified by the Inspector was the impact of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the terrace, and the surrounding area. The appellant argued that the proposed dormer extension would not disrupt the area's character, citing a lack of uniformity in local designs. However, the Inspector found that the area exhibited a cohesive rhythm and uniformity in roof structures, which the proposed flat-roofed dormer would disrupt. The dormer was deemed excessively bulky and discordant, dominating the roofline and conflicting with the modest proportions of existing windows and roofs. While the proposed development would not adversely affect neighboring living conditions, the Inspector noted that the visual impact from public and private viewpoints would be significant. The proposal was found to contravene local policies aimed at preserving the area's character. Ultimately, the Inspector dismissed the appeal, concluding that the development conflicted with the Milton Keynes Plan and the Walton Neighbourhood Plan. The Inspector emphasized that the benefits of additional living space for the appellant did not outweigh the harm to the character of the area. No conditions were specified in the decision.

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