How long do planning decisions take near Firby (DL8)?

The average planning decision time near Firby (DL8) is 62 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 Firby (DL8)?

The planning approval rate near Firby (DL8) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Firby (DL8)?

The most common type of planning application near Firby (DL8) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Firby (DL8)?

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Firby (DL8), North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Firby (DL8), North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Firby (DL8) are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 31 (2021)

District: Hambleton

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond and Northallerton
LSOA: Richmondshire 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Firby (DL8).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Firby (DL8).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Firby (DL8) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Firby (DL8).

- Firby Hall Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Discharge of condition 3 to previously approved application 21/02640/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2022-12-08
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- Firby Hall Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Listed Building Consent for the conversion of existing building to provide additional staff accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2021-11-04
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- Firby Hall Firby North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Listed Building Consent for replacement of windows to south elevation of the dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2021-03-05
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- Ashla Cottage Firby Road Firby North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Listed Building Consent for the internal and external alterations to existing dwelling form utility room and en-suite living accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2017-04-06
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- John Clapham House Firby Road Firby North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Application for Listed Building Consent to replace an extant consent (10/00246/FUL) in order to extend the time limit for implementation for construction of a domestic double garage with workshop and
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2013-03-12
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- Ashla Cottage Firby Road Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Application for Listed Building Consent for internal alterations and installation of 5 conservation rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2011-10-21
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- John Clapham House Firby Road Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Non material change - repoistioning of garage door from eastern elevation to northern gable and repositioning of external staircase to a position inside building to previously approved scheme - constr
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2011-04-27
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- Firby Hall Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Proposed discharge of condition 08 - access road - attached to application 09/03597/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2010-05-17
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- Firby Hall Firby North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Proposed discharge of conditions 4 & 6 - Attached to planning application 09/03597/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2010-05-11
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- John Clapham House Firby Road Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Construction of a domestic double garage with workshop and first floor and formation of a vehicular access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2010-02-03
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- Firby Hall Firby Bedale North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Proposed discharge of condition 02 - photographic record - attached to application 09/03597/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2009-12-21
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- Firby Hall Firby North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Application for listed building consent for demolition of two outbuildings, an extension, chimney, flue and garden wall. Construction of a garden wall, alterations to windows and doors plus internal a
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2009-10-13
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- Ashla Cottage Firby Road Firby North Yorkshire DL8 2PW
Application for Listed Building Consent for construction of a detached domestic garage. Alterations to existing car port to form a workshop/store. Installation of a new window and replacement roof to
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2005-09-16
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A brief summary of Firby (DL8) in North Yorkshire

Firby (DL8) is a settlement located in North Yorkshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 31 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hambleton district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Firby (DL8) a particularly low-crime area.

Firby (DL8) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bedale. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Firby (DL8)

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Firby (DL8). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Firby (DL8) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Firby (DL8) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Firby (DL8) were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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