Closed Consultations
The closing date for these consultations have lapsed.
Smoke-free and vape-free places – Government consultation closed on: 29 May, 2026
The Government has launched a consultation to explore new powers to make regulations on tobacco and vapes as part of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. Durham County Council (DCC) are interested in […]
Read moreDM/26/00218/FPA – 27MW Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Farm, Toronto, Bishop Auckland closed on: 3 March, 2026
DM/26/00218/FPA – Full application for the installation, construction, operation and decommissioning of a circa. 27MW solar photovoltaic (PV) farm with associated infrastructure which include substation, transformers, site access improvements, landscaping, […]
Read moreDCC Budget proposals for 2026/27 and Medium Term Financial Plan 2026/27-2029/30 closed on: 14 November, 2025
Durham County Council (DCC) have developed their annual Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) to meet the ambitions and priorities of our new leadership following the local elections in May 2025. […]
Read moreDCC Exceptions to the Empty and Unfurnished Properties and Second Homes Council Tax Premium closed on: 14 November, 2025
Durham County Council (DCC) are considering making changes to the Section 13A policy which provides discretionary exemptions to the Council Tax premium on empty and unfurnished properties and second homes. This […]
Read moreProposed redevelopment of the North Side site of Bishop Auckland’s Market Place closed on: 10 April, 2025
The Auckland Project warmly invites you to attend a public drop-in event to share your feedback on a proposed redevelopment of the North Side site of Bishop Auckland's Market Place. Thursday 10 April 2025, 3pm - 7pm at No 42, Market Place, Bishop Auckland, Co. Durham DL14 7PB.
Read moreNorth East Combined Authority – North East Local Transport Plan closed on: 26 January, 2025
The North East Local Transport Plan outlines the North East’s vision for a green, integrated transport system that works for all. The consultation is your chance to have your say on whether the proposals meet your transport needs. Sessions about the plan are taking place in a number of County Durham locations including:
Read moreProposed changes to Arriva Service 56 within the Bishop Auckland Area closed on: 30 March, 2025
Over recent months, the reliability and punctuality of Arriva Service, Number 56 has been in decline. This is a result of increasing levels of traffic congestion within the area. Arriva as the operator of this service, have an obligation to ensure that they provide a service that is as reliable and punctual as possible.
Read morePlanning Applications
Full details of all planning applications for the Bishop Auckland area can be seen on the County Durham Online Planning Application System.
You can also search for planning applications and appeals online, via the same link, using the application reference, a keyword, postcode or by a single line of an address and view the current status of any application. Due to the age of some applications, decisions may have already been made.