Plans for new homes, changes of use for buildings and demolitions have all come into the council’s planning department in the past fortnight.
Depending on their size, impact on the area, and the level of controversy, they will either be determined by planning officers, or by members of the planning committee.
We’ve picked out some of the most interesting and unusual applications. Click below to see what they are.

5. Hall Lane, Longton
An application has been made for permission in principal to build two houses on lane off Hall Lane, Longton. The land is part of the former Longton railway line and has been disused since the 1960s. Photo: Google

6. Newgate Lane, Whitestake
An application has been made for permission in principal to build two houses on land off Newgate Lane, Whitestake. The land is Green Belt and two previous applications to develop the land have been refused. Both appeals were dismissed by the Planning Inspectorate. Photo: Google

7. Land between 212-220 Liverpool Road, Hutton
Plans for up to four houses on Green Belt land between 212 and 220 Liverpool Road, Hutton, have been submitted to South Ribble Borough Council. Agent Kate Grimshaw suggests it is appropriate land for infill development. Photo: Google

