Planning Appeals
Please refer to the information on the Planning Portal pages Introduction to appeals for the latest guidance if you are the applicant and wish to make an appeal against a planning decision. IMPORTANT– on 18/06/2019 the Planning Inspectorate...
More infoSubmitting a Building Control Application
Please click the links below to download our application form and current fees. Application form Fee tables and guidance notes Please click the link below to view advice on exempt building works. Exempt building works You can submit your...
More infoBuilding Control Pre-App Service
If you require a site visit before a formal building control application is submitted, you can submit a Pre-App form along with the relevant fee: £60 for domestic projects £120 for commercial projects The fee is non-refundable but is deductible...
More infoDangerous Structures
All buildings which appear to be a danger to the public should be reported to the Building Control Section at the Council who will treat the matter with the utmost urgency. During office hours please contact: Telephone: 01254 380194 / 01254...
More infoBusiness Rates
National Non Domestic Rates (NNDR), also known as business rates are charged on non-domestic or commercial properties and help fund local services. Commercial properties are given a rateable value by the Valuation Office Agency. This rateable...
More infoLCC Plan for Mitigating the Consequences of an Off-Site Emergency
To ensure that arrangements are in place to deal with the off-site consequences of an incident at the site however unlikely, Lancashire County Council produce an off-site emergency plan. This is a requirement under the Control of Major Accident...
More infoInformation for Business in Hyndburn
The Pennine Lancashire business start up programmes are a tried and tested package of advice and support, and they are available now. Hyndburn people are establishing their own businesses for all sorts of reasons: some want to be their own boss...
More infoBenefit Fraud Investigations
Benefit Fraud Investigations – Report a Benefit Fraud You can report suspected Housing Benefit fraud in three ways – 1. By telephone Contact the National Benefit Fraud Hotline on 0800 854 440. Your call is free and confidential you do...
More infoCivil Contingencies Act (CCA) 2004
The Civil Contingencies Bill was introduced to Parliament on 7 January 2004. Its development was informed from the start by close consultation with key stakeholders in what was an open and inclusive policy-making process. The Bill received Royal...
More infoRegulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000
The Corporate Policy and Authorisation Procedures Document is based upon the requirements of The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA) Statutory Instruments, the Codes of Practice issued by the Home Office and the advice of The...
More infoCouncil Expenditure over £250
This information is about works, goods and services purchased by the Council that cost over £500 (up to August 2012) and over £250 from September 2012. We are publishing this information to be open about our spending and to improve access to our...
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