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Planning in Acomb

Approved
85%
50 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Acomb in the last 24 months, from City of York Council's planning register.

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Around Acomb

Postcode districts

YO24 250 applications in the last 12 monthsYO26 290 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of York Council

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About Acomb

Acomb is a historic village and suburb located in the City of York unitary authority area, North Yorkshire, situated to the west of York. With roots tracing back to the Domesday Book of 1086, Acomb is bordered by Holgate to the east, Clifton to the north, and Woodthorpe to the south, while its western boundary adjoins the fields near the A1237, York Outer Ring Road. This vibrant area presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich heritage and strategic location. The settlement has a population of approximately 22,215. It sits within the City of York district.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Acomb planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Acomb, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 107 planning applications were submitted near Acomb. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were telecoms (11), full planning applications (4), outline applications (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Acomb?
In the last 24 months, 107 planning applications were submitted near Acomb. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Acomb?
The average planning decision time near Acomb is 65 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Acomb?
The planning approval rate near Acomb is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Acomb?
The most common type of planning application near Acomb is telecoms, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Acomb?
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