How long do planning decisions take near Linby?

The average planning decision time near Linby is 70 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 Linby?

The planning approval rate near Linby is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Linby?

The most common type of planning application near Linby is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Linby?

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Linby, Nottinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Linby, Nottinghamshire.

Nottinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Linby are administered by Gedling Borough Council. View the full Gedling Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Linby

Linby is a quaint village and civil parish in Nottinghamshire, England, located just southwest of Hucknall. Historically developed around the mills on the River Leen, Linby takes its name from this waterway. The village is characterized by small streams called Linby Docks flanking the main street. The population has seen significant growth, rising from 232 in 2011 to 676 by the 2021 census, indicating a burgeoning community that may impact local planning considerations.

Population: 676 (2021)

District: Gedling

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Area Information

Admin district: Ashfield
Parliamentary constituency: Sherwood Forest
LSOA: Ashfield 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Linby.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Linby based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Linby.

- Inglewood Linby Lane Linby Nottinghamshire NG15 8AF
T1 Ash Tree reduce to standing habitat stem at height of first union. T2 Ash tree reducing to standing habitat stem at height of T1. T3 sycamore crown lift back to stem for first 2 lower branches over
Type: Trees | Council: Gedling | Date: 2026-04-24
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- The Retreat Linby Lane Linby Nottinghamshire NG15 8AF
1. Beech (front boundary) - Remove deadwood throughout the crown. - Crown lift to provide a minimum clearance of 3m above ground level over the driveway and garden areas, and 5.2m above the highway to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Gedling | Date: 2026-01-27
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- The Limes Main Street Linby Nottinghamshire NG15 8AE
Canopy reduction to 1 x Copper beech.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Gedling | Date: 2026-01-20
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- The Retreat Linby Lane Linby Nottinghamshire NG15 8AF
1: Crown clean only, all trees in woodland owned by 'The Retreat' This is the removal of any dead, diseased, damaged or dying branches. 2: Removal of Large Conifer, situated on right hand side of driv
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Gedling | Date: 2025-07-18
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- Abbey Quarry Quarry Lane Linby Nottinghamshire
Retrospective permission for installation of workshop building (Use Class B8)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Gedling | Date: 2025-02-12
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- Hanson House Linby Lane Linby Nottinghamshire NG15 8AF
Oak Quercus robur - cut back smaller easterly limb to southerly side branch 0.5m above codominant union. Reduce larger westerly stem to suitable side branches using drop-crotch pruning (see photos)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Gedling | Date: 2023-12-22
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- Hanson House Linby Lane Linby Nottinghamshire NG15 8AF
Oak Quercus robur - cut back smaller easterly limb to southerly side branch 0.5m above codominant union. Reduce larger westerly stem to suitable side branches using drop-crotch pruning (see photos)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Gedling | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Linby in Nottinghamshire

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

Linby has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Papplewick, Linby. 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 Linby includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Linby Quarries SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Linby

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Linby. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 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 Linby.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Linby slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Linby were tree works (4), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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