On 25th February 2026, Wyre Council brought into force a Direction (with immediate effect) under Article 4(1) of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) to remove what is currently permitted development (where an application for planning permission is not required) for the change of use of a dwellinghouse (occupied by a household living as a family) (Use Class C3) to a House of Multiple Occupation (3-6 Occupants) (Use Class C4).
Article 4 Direction Evidence Document
Which area does the Article 4 apply to?
The Article 4 will relate to Fleetwood and Thornton-Cleveleys
Consultation
The Council must consult on an Article 4 Direction. A 21-day consultation period will begin from 25th February until 19th March 2026.
Any representation must be submitted in writing to Madison Yeo, Wyre Borough Council, Council Civic Centre Breck Road Poulton FY6 7PU or via email to planning.policy@wyre.gov.uk
A copy of the Direction and a plan to which it relates can also be inspected at the Council Offices Wyre Borough Council Civic Centre Breck Road Poulton FY6 7PU during normal opening hours.
A further notice will be published stating whether or not the Direction has been confirmed by the Council.