How long do planning decisions take near Harlow Carr?

The average planning decision time near Harlow Carr is 35 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 Harlow Carr?

The planning approval rate near Harlow Carr is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Harlow Carr?

The most common type of planning application near Harlow Carr is tree works applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Harlow Carr?

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Harlow Carr, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Harlow Carr, North Yorkshire.

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Planning applications in Harlow Carr are administered by North Yorkshire Council. View the full North Yorkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Harlow Carr

RHS Garden Harlow Carr, situated on the western edge of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, is one of five public gardens managed by the Royal Horticultural Society. This beautiful garden serves as an important green space in the area, making it a valuable consideration for local planning applications and community projects.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £331,002 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Harrogate and Knaresborough
LSOA: Harrogate 020G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Harlow Carr.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Harlow Carr.

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 Harlow Carr based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Harlow Carr.

26/02580/FUL - 49 Plantation Road Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 0DB
Proposed ground floor infill extension under existing balcony to rear of house
Status: Undecided | Council: North Yorkshire | Date: 2026-05-20
- Tower House Nursery Lane Harrogate North Yorkshire HG2 0AZ
Permanent retention of existing 1m high x 28m long timber palisade fence and timber posts to form boundary of land to the North of Tower House.
Status: Undecided | Council: Harrogate | Date: 2025-11-17
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A brief summary of Harlow Carr in North Yorkshire

Property prices in Harlow Carr show an average sale price of £331,002, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Harlow Carr a particularly low-crime area.

Harlow Carr has one conservation area within its boundaries: Harrogate. 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 Harlow Carr

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Harlow Carr. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Harlow Carr.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Harlow Carr were tree works (25), discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (8). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 42 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 19 applications
Refused: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 29 applications

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