How long do planning decisions take near Knavesmire?

The average planning decision time near Knavesmire is 26 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 Knavesmire?

The planning approval rate near Knavesmire is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Knavesmire?

The most common type of planning application near Knavesmire is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Knavesmire?

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Knavesmire, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knavesmire, North Yorkshire.

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

About Knavesmire

Knavesmire is a significant marshy area within York, North Yorkshire, forming part of the larger Strays collective alongside Hob Moor. This undeveloped land is known for its historical significance, including the nearby York Tyburn, once the site of gallows operated on behalf of the Crown by York Castle. For those researching planning applications, Knavesmire's status as an undeveloped space presents unique considerations for future development and land use in the city.

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Area Information

Admin district: York
Parliamentary constituency: York Outer
LSOA: York 022E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knavesmire based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Knavesmire.

- 20 Aintree Court York YO24 1EW
Single storey rear and front extensions and partial conversion of integral garage to habitable space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: York | Date: 2026-06-08
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AOD/26/00142 - Racecourse View 7 Cherry Lane York YO24 1QH
Conditions 26 (Landscape) and 27 (Fence details) of 21/00121/OUT
Status: Undecided | Council: York | Date: 2026-05-15
- 102 Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 1LT
Condition 5 of 24/00404/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2026-03-13
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- Curzon Lodge 23 Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 1QG
Condition 3 (materials) of 24/00569/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Curzon Lodge 23 Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 1QG
Conditions 4 (staircase), 6 (materials), 7 (porch/canopy) and 8 (schedule of repair works) of 24/00570/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Racecourse View 7 Cherry Lane York YO24 1QH
Condition 20 (Access to be approved) of 21/00121/OUT
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 23 Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 1QG
Condition 3 (Historic Building Record) of 24/00570/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2025-09-02
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- 28 Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 1LQ
Condition 4 (archaeological monitoring) of 24/01913/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2025-05-16
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- 5 Mayfield Grove York YO24 1HJ
Conditions 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,15 and 16 of 23/00072/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2025-04-16
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- 23 Tadcaster Road Dringhouses York YO24 1QG
Conditons 3 and 4 of 23/01339/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: York | Date: 2024-02-05
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A brief summary of Knavesmire in North Yorkshire

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

Knavesmire has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bishopthorpe, Tadcaster Road, St Paul's Square-Holgate Road, Central Historic Core, The Racecourse and Terry's Factory. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Knavesmire includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Askham Bog SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Knavesmire

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Knavesmire. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

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

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Knavesmire were discharge of conditions (9), telecoms (3), full planning applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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