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Planning in Fartown

Approved
87%
40 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Fartown in the last 24 months, from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Fartown

Fartown is a settlement located in West Yorkshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fartown 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 (May 2026). This makes Fartown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Fartown has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fartown 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 Fartown, 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, 62 planning applications were submitted near Fartown. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (14), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fartown?
In the last 24 months, 62 planning applications were submitted near Fartown. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fartown?
The average planning decision time near Fartown is 73 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 Fartown?
The planning approval rate near Fartown is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fartown?
The most common type of planning application near Fartown is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fartown?
You can search and track planning applications near Fartown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.