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Planning in East Cottingwith

Approved
84%
21 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around East Cottingwith

Postcode districts

YO42 212 applications in the last 12 monthsYO19 191 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Riding of Yorkshire Council

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About East Cottingwith

East Cottingwith is a picturesque village located in the East Riding of Yorkshire, now part of the parish of Cottingwith. Situated about 9 miles northwest of Howden and 7 miles southwest of Pocklington, it lies along the former Derwent Navigation canal, just east of the River Derwent. Historically a township and chapelry of Aughton, East Cottingwith became a civil parish in 1866 before merging with Storwood in 1935. With a population of 185 recorded in 1931, the area presents unique planning opportunities amidst its tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 349. It sits within the Cottingwith district.

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

The area around East Cottingwith has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Cottingwith 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 Cottingwith, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near East Cottingwith. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (17), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Cottingwith?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near East Cottingwith. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Cottingwith?
The average planning decision time near East Cottingwith is 50 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 Cottingwith?
The planning approval rate near East Cottingwith is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Cottingwith?
The most common type of planning application near East Cottingwith is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Cottingwith?
You can search and track planning applications near East Cottingwith on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.