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547 in the last 90 days157 in the last 3063 in the last 1484% approveddecisions typically take 61 days

Source: City of York Council planning register · updated daily

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24 Ploughmans Lane Haxby York YO32 2WR
Single storey side and rear extensions
ApprovedFull ApplicationReceived 16 Oct 2026Decided 7 Oct 202626/01839/FUL
25 Windmill Lane York YO10 3LG
Erection of single storey extension extending 5 metres beyond the rear wall of the original house, with a height to the eaves of 2.8 metres and a total height of 2.8 metres
PendingReceived 15 Oct 202626/01844/LHE
The Little House 133 Main Street Askham Bryan York YO23 3QS
Reduce crown height of 1no. Weeping Willow Tree to just below the ridge height of the house tree works in a Conservation Area.
PendingReceived 15 Oct 202626/01858/TCA
Unit 3 Cropton Court Northminster Business Park Cropton Road Upper Poppleton York YO26 6BN
Installation of 2no. non illuminated fascia signs
PendingReceived 15 Oct 202626/01808/ADV
Land North West Of Hannam Lane Wetherby Road Rufforth York
Condition 3 (surface water details) of 26/01423/FUL
PendingReceived 15 Oct 2026AOD/26/00266

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has City of York Council received?

City of York Council received 2,641 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 84%.

How long does City of York Council take to decide applications?

City of York Council takes an average of 61 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for City of York Council?

City of York Council approves 84% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in City of York Council?

Submit your representation to City of York Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the City of York Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a City of York Council planning decision?

Yes. If City of York Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 2,263 appeals were lodged against City of York Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 26% success rate.

Planning data sourced from City of York Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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City of York Council serves as the local authority for the historic city of York, located in North Yorkshire, England. With a lineage that dates back to medieval times, the council has undergone several reforms and has operated as a unitary authority since 1996, combining the roles of both district and county council. As of 2024, it is also a member of the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, enhancing its capacity to manage planning applications and local governance effectively. The council was established in | house_type = Unitary authority. The council is currently led by Claire Douglas (Labour), who has held the position since 25 May 2023. The council comprises 47 councillors serving Whole council elected every four years terms, with the most recent election held on 4 May 2023.

The council area encompasses 68 towns and villages, including York. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, City of York Council received 2,641 planning applications. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (220), tree works (134), amendments (106). 8 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2,263 planning appeals were lodged against City of York Council decisions, of which 491 were allowed and 1,377 were dismissed (26% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for City of York Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the City of York Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.