Among the decisions this week are approvals for garage conversions, tree maintenance in conservation areas, and details for habitat management at a local hotel.
Seven planning applications decided by the council can be seen here:
4 Blueberry Drive, Darlington
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed conversion of the integral double garage into habitable space with associated external alterations. Ref. No: 25/01084/PLU
5 Croft Road, Hurworth, Darlington
Notification to carry out works to trees in a conservation area, specifically to remove overhanging branches to clear a street lamp. Ref. No: 25/01083/TFC
41 Cleveland Terrace, Darlington
Notification to prune a cherry tree in a conservation area, cutting branches back to previous pruning points to clear overhanging branches on neighbouring boundaries. Ref. No: 25/01063/TFC
49 Oak Tree Close, Middleton St George, Darlington
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed conversion of the existing lounge (former integral garage) into an external storeroom. Ref. No: 25/01072/PLU
3 Polperro Grove, Darlington
Demolition of the existing conservatory to allow for a single-storey rear extension, part conversion of the garage into habitable space, and associated works. Ref. No: 25/01023/FUL
Village Greens, Bishopton
Notification to carry out works to various trees in a conservation area, including canopy lifting to 3m on footpaths and rights of way, and 5m on highways. Ref. No: 25/01002/TFC
Rockliffe Hall Hotel, Hurworth Place, Darlington
Approval of details reserved by conditions for habitat management and biodiversity gain plan, relating to the installation of a combined heat and power unit and associated landscaping. Ref. No: 25/00972/CON