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Planning in East Common

Approved
88%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 16 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of East Common in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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About East Common

East Common is a settlement located in North Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Common 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 East Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Common 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 East Common, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near East Common. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 115 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), listed building and heritage (8), outline applications (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Common?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near East Common. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Common?
The average planning decision time near East Common is 115 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 East Common?
The planning approval rate near East Common is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Common?
The most common type of planning application near East Common is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Common?
You can search and track planning applications near East Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.