The latest plans submitted in Preston including the demolition of flats, restoration of church & a 12 bed HMO

By Aimee Seddon

Senior Reporter

Published 16th Sep 2026, 11:45 BST

Take a look below at all the planning applications submitted in Preston last week.

In total, 16 planning applications were submitted across Preston between Monday, September 7 and Sunday, September 13.

Below we have just outlined the 15 plans still awaiting a decision but you can read them all in full on the planning website here.

Application Number: 06/2026/0909

An application has gone in to turn this Grade II listed Preston property into a 12 bed HMO — An application has gone in to turn this Grade II listed Preston property into a 12 bed HMO | Google Maps

placeholder image — An application has gone in to turn this Grade II listed Preston property into a 12 bed HMO | Google Maps

Location: 1-2, Broadgate, Preston, PR1 8DX

Description: Internal and external alterations associated with the conversion of the existing listed building to a 12 person sui generis HMO, including the conversion of the existing loft space to habitable accommodation, installation of four conservation rooflights and associated internal alterations.

Registration Date: 07/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0907

Location: 26, Ribbleton Avenue, Preston, PR1 5RY

Description: Proposed two-storey wraparound extension to create 1no additional self contained apartment

Registration Date: 07/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0898

Location: 38, Layton Road, Preston, PR2 1PU

Description: Amendment to planning permission 06/2026/0421 comprising of amendment to the footprint of the extension, reduction in width, slight increase in length and amendments to internal alterations (non- material amendment not subject to consultation)

Registration Date: 07/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0900

The pictured pair of apartment blocks in Preston could be getting demolished — The pictured pair of apartment blocks in Preston could be getting demolished | Google Maps

placeholder image — The pictured pair of apartment blocks in Preston could be getting demolished | Google Maps

Location: 21-29B & 31-39B, Hopwood Street, Preston, PR1 1UY

Description: Prior notification submission for the demolition of 2no. blocks of flats

Registration Date: 07/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0844

Location: 1A, Arnside Road, Broughton, Preston, PR3 5JH

Description: Single storey extension to side and rear following demolition of existing garage, installation of rooflights, and installation of replacement windows

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0843

Location: 1A, Arnside Road, Broughton, Preston, PR3 5JH

Description: Increase in roof height of part of dwelling to provide first floor accommodation, removal of chimney, single storey extension to side and rear following demolition of existing garage, installation of rooflights, and installation of replacement windows

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0884

The disused Emmanuel Church could be brought back to life- but with a fair few changes — The disused Emmanuel Church could be brought back to life- but with a fair few changes | Google Maps

placeholder image — The disused Emmanuel Church could be brought back to life- but with a fair few changes | Google Maps

Location: Emmanuel Church, Brook Street

Description: Listed Building Consent for internal and external alterations, including internal subdivision and the insertion of lightweight floor structures; alteration and refurbishment of existing windows; conservation and relocation of stained glass; reinstatement of the original entrance following demolition of the existing entrance structure; construction of a single-storey rear extension; provision of accessible ramped access, cycle and refuse storage; and associated repair, restoration and conservation works to historic masonry, roofs, timber structures and internal historic fabric.*

Registration Date: 08/09/2026

*These plans involve the addition of 21 new apartments

Application Number: 06/2026/0905

Location: 64, Colman Court, Preston, PR1 8DW

Description: Single storey side/rear extension

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0913

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Location: 42, Fishergate, Preston, PR1 2AD

Description: Display of 1no. non-illuminated fascia sign

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0897

Location: Kirks Farm, Langley Lane, Preston, PR3 2JP

Description: Two storey rear extension, two storey side extensions, front entrance porch, dormer, various alterations and new windows throughout

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0701

Location: 25 The Pennines, Preston, PR2 9GB

Description: Rear extension

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0921

Location: 22, Greenbank Street, Preston, PR1 7JS

Description: 1no. storage building (Use Class B8)

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0920

Location: Land North of Tabley Lane, Preston

Description: Discharge of condition no.7 (Archaeological work) and no.19 (Amphibians) attached to outline permission 06/2019/1275

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

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Application Number: 06/2026/0919

Location: Land west of, Lea Road, Lea, Preston, Lancashire

Description: Amendment to planning permission 06/2022/1101 comprising of amendments to brick from Kansas to Hartford (non-material amendment not subject to consultation)

Registration Date: 09/09/2026

Application Number: 06/2026/0711

Location: 157, Sharoe Green Lane, Preston, PR2 8HE

Description: First floor extension to side, single storey extension to rear and side, installation of solar panels, and detached outbuilding to front of dwelling

Registration Date: 11/09/2026

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