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Planning in Cottingley

Approved
81%
17 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cottingley in the last 24 months, from Bradford Metropolitan District Council's planning register.

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Around Cottingley

Postcode districts

BD16 101 applications in the last 12 monthsBD18 128 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bradford Metropolitan District Council

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About Cottingley

Cottingley is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cottingley area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cottingley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cottingley has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cottingley 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 Cottingley, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Cottingley. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (8), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cottingley?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Cottingley. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cottingley?
The average planning decision time near Cottingley is 67 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 Cottingley?
The planning approval rate near Cottingley is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cottingley?
The most common type of planning application near Cottingley is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cottingley?
You can search and track planning applications near Cottingley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.