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Can infrastructure be made to come before new homes in Stone?
Can infrastructure come before new homes in Stone? We explain phasing, Section 106 agreements, planning conditions and who is responsible…
Author: Jon Cook
1st July, 2026
planning
Lidl launches consultation on new Stone store near Aston Roundabout
Lidl has launched a consultation on plans for a new Stone store near Aston Roundabout, with feedback open until 10…
Author: Jon Cook
24th June, 2026If Stone has to grow, where should new homes go?
Stone residents are asked where new homes should go as Stafford Borough prepares its new Local Plan under housing pressure.
Author: Jon Cook
17th June, 2026Holiday let use refused at Squirrel Barn in Milwich
A holiday let use at a converted barn in Milwich has been refused by Stafford Borough councillors after concerns were…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
12th June, 2026Residents and councillors object to proposed Uttoxeter Road development
Plans for up to 95 homes south of Uttoxeter Road in Stone have drawn more than 80 objections, including from…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
30th May, 2026Offices and dance studio could make way for 21 flats in High Street plans
Plans have been submitted to convert upper floors of buildings on Stone High Street into 21 flats. The proposal relates…
Author: Jon Cook
29th April, 2026Could Stone’s shopfronts benefit from a heritage refresh?
A nearby council scheme to improve shopfronts has raised an interesting question for Stone, what should our own High Street…
Author: Jon Cook
26th April, 2026Up to 95 homes proposed for land off Uttoxeter Road in Stone
Plans have been submitted for up to 95 homes on farmland off Uttoxeter Road on the southern edge of Stone.…
Author: Jon Cook15th April, 2026Stone Town Council to discuss plans for Alleynes Sports Centre and Stone Old Alleynians
Plans to expand and upgrade the sports facilities at Alleynes Sports Centre in Stone are due to be discussed by…
Author: Jon Cook5th April, 2026Little Stoke padel court plans set for Stone Town Council after strong early support
Plans for two covered padel courts at Little Stoke Cricket Club are due to be discussed by Stone Town Council…
Author: Jon Cook
1st April, 2026Plans submitted for three Gypsy and Traveller pitches off Whitesytch Lane, Hilderstone
A planning application has been submitted to Stafford Borough Council seeking permission for three Gypsy and Traveller residential pitches on…
Author: Jon Cook
2nd March, 2026Planning application submitted for education centre at former Stone bar
A full planning application has now been submitted to change the use of 1 to 3 Radford Street in Stone…
Author: Jon Cook
11th February, 2026Plans return for EV charging hub between Meaford and Darlaston roundabouts
Plans to build a new drive through restaurant and electric vehicle charging hub on land north of Stone have returned…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
10th February, 2026Stone Town Council to consider Battery Box planning application at upcoming meeting
Stone Town Council will review plans for a Battery Box energy storage unit on Brooms Road, though the final planning…
Author: Jon Cook
6th January, 2026Major repair work planned for the Former Maltings on Crown Street
Plans have been submitted for the Former Maltings, the Grade II listed building that has sat empty for years and…
Author: Jon Cook
18th November, 2025New urgent treatment centre plans for Stafford’s County Hospital
Plans have come forward to create a new urgent treatment centre at Stafford’s County Hospital. If the application is approved…
Author: Kerry Ashdown, Local Democracy Reporter
13th November, 2025
