Lady Wood, West Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lady Wood, West Yorkshire.
West Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Lady Wood are administered by Leeds City Council. View the full Leeds City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lady Wood
Lady Wood is a notable area in West Yorkshire, characterized by its unique blend of residential and natural environments. This locality offers a range of planning opportunities, particularly for developments that harmonize with its scenic landscape. As the area continues to evolve, potential investors and developers can explore various planning applications aimed at enhancing community facilities and preserving the natural beauty of Lady Wood.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Leeds
- Parliamentary constituency: Leeds East
- LSOA: Leeds 048B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lady Wood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lady Wood.
- 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 Lady Wood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
139 planning applications found near Lady Wood.
- - 1 North Lane Roundhay Leeds LS8 2QJ
T1 Robinia: -Fell, tree is in visibly poor health, near a road and telecom. T2 Small group small Conifers: Fell, the trees are unshapely and obstructive, causing shade.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - Beech Lodge 1A Park Avenue Roundhay Leeds
T1 Beech: Fell (dead). G1: Crown lift over the road to 5.2m to give statutory clearance over the highway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - 18 Elmete Grove Roundhay Leeds LS8 2JY
T1 Cherry: Fell to ground level. The tree is contributing to damage to the retaining wall foundations at the front of the house. T2 Cherry: Fell to ground level. The tree is contributing to damage to
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 16 Elmete Grove Roundhay Leeds LS8 2JY
G1 Group of Pine, Birch, Hawthorn and Goat Willow with rhododendron understory: Remove all down to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 1 Oakhampton Court Roundhay Leeds LS8 2JF
Sycamore: To draw back, giving a 2-3 meter clearance of the building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Leeds Montessori School And Day Nursery Wetherby Road Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LE
Erection of extract plant and ducting to existing flat roof to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-12-11
View full details - - Leeds Montessori School And Day Nursery Wetherby Road Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LE
Listed building consent for external works associated with addition of roof mounted extract plant and refurbishment works including to windows; internal works including associated ducting, decoration
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-12-11
View full details - - 190 Wetherby Road Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LF
Certificate of Proposed Lawful Development for installation of solar panels to roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-11-13
View full details - - Land To South Of Wetherby Road Roundhay Leeds
Consent, agreement or approval required by conditions 5 (Non-Native Species Method Statement), 9 (Maximum Access Gradient), 18 (Trees/Hedges/Vegetation Protection), 19 (Protection of Retained Trees) a
Status: Unresolved | Type: Conditions | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - Beechwoods Estate Elmete Lane Roundhay Leeds
Listed building application for new sliding gate to replace existing
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - Beechwoods Estate Elmete Lane Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LQ
New sliding gate to replace existing
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - 21 Elmete Grove Roundhay Leeds LS8 2JY
T1 (Fagus sylvatica) Beech: To be removed down to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - St Johns Vicarage Wetherby Road Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LE
T1 and T2 Scots Pine - Removal and the roots ground out as per the recommendations of Barnes Associates report BA25061 T3 Oak - Removal and the roots ground out as per the recommendations of Barnes As
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - 3 Elmete Drive Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LA
T1 Horse Chestnut - Lateral reduction approximately to boundary line (2m). T2 Horse Chestnut - Lateral reduction approximately to boundary line (2m). Reduce upper canopy on garden side by 3-4m in heig
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - Church Cottages Wetherby Road Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LE
T7 Apple - Crown reduce by 2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-06-10
View full details - - 17 Elmete Drive Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LA
T1 Cedar - To crown lift to 5 meters to allow more light under the canopy. T2 Cherry - Reduce the canopy by 1 metre hight and 1 metre width, this would leave tree 4 metres high and 3 metres wide.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-03-31
View full details - - 18 Elmete Avenue Roundhay Leeds LS8 2QN
Enlargement of existing bi-fold patio doors to rear; erection of raised patio to rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - Elmete House Elmete Lane Roundhay Leeds LS8 2LJ
Variation of condition 2 (Approved Plans) to previously approved Planning Application 18/06276/FU (Detached double garage and single storey rear extension) for construction of a triple garage with off
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-03-10
View full details - - 16 Elmete Grove Roundhay Leeds LS8 2JY
Demolition of existing garage; construction of new first floor; two storey front and rear extensions including juliet balconies to rear; alterations to existing openings including new windows to both
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Leeds | Date: 2025-01-23
View full details - - 16 Elmete Grove Roundhay Leeds LS8 2JY
T1 and T2 Silver Birch, G3 Portuguese Laurels, G4 Sycamores, G5 Mixed species saplings Remove all of the above to ground level. Reason: This group of vegetation close to the house limits usable space
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Leeds | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Lady Wood in West Yorkshire
Lady Wood is a notable area in West Yorkshire, characterized by its unique blend of residential and natural environments. This locality offers a range of planning opportunities, particularly for developments that harmonize with its scenic landscape. As the area continues to evolve, potential investors and developers can explore various planning applications aimed at enhancing community facilities and preserving the natural beauty of Lady Wood.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lady Wood a particularly low-crime area.
Lady Wood has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Lady Wood includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lady Wood 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.
Planning Activity in Lady Wood
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Lady Wood. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Lady Wood.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lady Wood were tree works (50), full planning applications (19), outline applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 45 applications
- Refused: 11 applications
- Awaiting decision: 25 applications
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