Oldham Council latest planning applications 2026

Oldham Council has validated a fresh batch of planning applications that will reshape several neighborhoods across the borough. From Failsworth to Greenfield and Delph, residents will see everything from home extensions to entirely new buildings taking shape in the coming months.

In Failsworth, a homeowner on Partington Street has secured approval for a hip to gable roof alteration with a rear dormer, while another property on Marlborough Drive will be converted from a single dwelling into two self-contained flats with a two-storey side extension. These changes reflect the ongoing pressure on housing in the area, with developers finding ways to maximize existing properties.

The most eye-catching proposal comes from Thomas Dornan (Printers) Ltd on Mill Gate, where industrial units are set to become an indoor children's soft play centre complete with seating and a cafe area. This marks a significant shift in how the town center is being used, moving away from traditional industrial spaces toward family-focused leisure facilities.

Out in the rural fringes, Higher House Cottage in Delph has permission to demolish its garage, stable, tack room, and summer house to make way for a new dwelling. Meanwhile, land south of Rosary Road in Fitton Hill has had conditions discharged regarding previous land contamination, clearing the way for future development. These applications show how development pressure is reaching even the more remote corners of the borough.