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Another lot of planning applications have been submitted to Kirklees Council this week, with some set to shape the district forever.
From the demolition of a workshop in Huddersfield to property in Lindley set to become a sports massage parlour, there have been plenty of planning applications submitted to Kirklees Council for consideration.
From major corporations to your average homeowner, anyone can submit a planning application to Kirklees Council. Submissions are made to get legal permission before they build new structures, expand their homes, or change how a building or piece of land is used.
These are just a few of the 71 planning applications that were submitted to Kirklees Council between Monday, May 18 and Sunday, May 24.
Here are five of the most significant and large-scale applications that would change the area if they went ahead.
Student accommodation in Moldgreen
This planning application, submitted by Skyline Funding on May 20, proposes the demolition of a redundant engineering building at Back Chapel Lane in Moldgreen, Huddersfield. In its place would be a new student accommodation block that would look to house around 31 new students.
Iglu Sauna coming to Slaithwaite
Submitted by Authentic Sauna Experiences Ltd (trading as Iglu Sauna) and received on 19 May 2026, this application seeks temporary five-year permission to use land at Upper Mills in Slaithwaite for an ‘Iglu Sauna’.
Iglu Sauna is a Nordic-style business featuring wood-fired saunas, cold plunge pools, and open-air showers. Already open permanently in Hebden Bridge, the business appears to be seeking permission to remain in Slaithwaite in the long term, as it currently operates as a temporary pop-up.
Sports Massage in Lindley
A residential property along Lidget Street in Lindley is set to transform from an average home into a sports massage therapy business. If it passes, a new health and wellness spot will open in the Huddersfield area.
New Kennel in Holmfirth
The owners at Lower Whitegate Farm – also known as ‘Coddy’s Farm’ – are looking to convert three empty farm buildings into dog kennels and an indoor training arena. Located in Holmfirth, Coddy’s Farm is a historic property owned by the Colwills and has been passed down through multiple generations. The farm is currently available to book for holidays, with the kennel to be the latest addition to the farm – if it gets the council’s green light.
Workshop upgrade in Wakefield
This planning application, received on 19 May 2026, proposes the demolition of an existing workshop along Wakefield Road in Denby Dale, Huddersfield. In its place, the applicant plans to completely remodel the site; A new, larger workshop building with upgraded facilities is expected to replace the previous building if the application goes ahead.