Malham, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Malham, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Malham are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Malham
Malham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England. Historically referenced as "Malgun" in the Domesday Book, its name translates to "settlement by the gravelly places," reflecting the area's unique geological features. This charming locality may be of interest to those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to its natural landscape and heritage.
Population: 162 (2021)
District: Craven
Website: http://www.malhamdale.com/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £317,399 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Skipton and Ripon
- LSOA: Craven 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Malham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Malham.
- 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 Malham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
170 planning applications found near Malham.
- - BUCK INN, Buck Inn, Malham, SKIPTON, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for window colour changes to part of the Buck Inn, from white to RAL 6014 (yellow olive) – relates to the hotel part of the premises only
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 1, Finkle Street, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4AW
Householder planning permission for alterations to fenestration, infilling windows, formation of an ancillary external store, installation of a bi-folding kitchen window, replacement of windows and in
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Village Hall, Cove Road, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 4DQ
Full planning permission for installation of a solar PV and battery system
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - The Buck Inn, Chapel Gate, Malham, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for alterations to ground floor function room and office to create 2 no. hotel bedrooms (including one accessible), provision of ramped external access to lounge, internal alt
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - Miresfield, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for change of use from a Bed & Breakfast establishment to a self-catering short-term holiday let (with no internal or external alterations)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-08-27
View full details - - Malham National Park Visitor Centre, Chapel Gate, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for erection of extension to the rear of the existing toilet block to install a Changing Places disabled toilet and relocation of 6 No PV panels to the extension roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-08-08
View full details - - Malham National Park Visitor Centre, Chapel Gate, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for replacement of existing roof with like-for-like stone tiles, installation of in-line solar panels on the roof; removal of the existing porch structure and replacement with
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-08-08
View full details - - The Clearing, Beck Lane, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 4DG
Full planning permission for camping pod
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2025-03-27
View full details - - Weets Cottage, Miresfield, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Householder planning permission for removal of existing garden shed and replace with new shed
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2024-08-09
View full details - - Tennant House, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Listed building consent for installation of solar panels to the roof of the property
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2024-05-21
View full details - - TOWN END COTTAGE, MALHAM, SKIPTON, BD23 4DA
Listed building consent for replacement of 8 timber windows and 2 external timber doors
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2024-01-16
View full details - - Daisy Bank, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Lawful development certificate (existing use) to confirm the implementation of planning permission C/54/66A (full planning permission for erection of two dwellings)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-08-31
View full details - - Holme Farm, Main Street, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for erection of training equipment to the top of the south perimeter fence of the riding arena, comprising of a line of mirrors approximately 20m in length (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-07-05
View full details - - Cawden Barn, Gordale Lane, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4EL
Advertisement consent to display 1 No. hanging sign (non-illuminated)
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-07-05
View full details - - Cawden Barn, Gordale Lane, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4EL
Approval of details reserved by conditions 3i. (external timber colour), 3ii. (lighting and flue details), 3viii. (doors and glazing details) & 6 (bin details) of C/54/35D
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-06-05
View full details - - Pantlands Field and Aire Head Field, Chapel Gate, Malham, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for use of the agricultural land for car parking for 56 days each calendar year (currently used for car parking for 28 days per year)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-05-30
View full details - - Malham Showground, Chapel Gate, Malham, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for use of the show field for car parking for 56 days each calendar year (currently used for car parking for 28 days per year)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-05-22
View full details - - Land south east of Malham National Park Visitor Centre, Chapel Gate, Malham, Skipton, BD23 4DA
Full planning permission for use of the agricultural land for car parking for 56 days each calendar year (currently used for car parking for 28 days per year)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-05-22
View full details - - Land West of Garden Cottage, Beck Lane, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 4DG
Approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (roof slate sample), 5 (sample panel of stonework), 6 (window and door details) and 14 (external lighting) of C/54/109D
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-02-17
View full details - - Land West of Garden Cottage, Beck Lane, Malham, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 4DG
Section 73 application for variation of condition 2 (approved drawings) of C/54/109D (Section 73 application for variation of Condition 2 of C/54/109C - full planning permission for erection of a two
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Yorkshire Dales | Date: 2023-02-17
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A brief summary of Malham in North Yorkshire
Malham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England. Historically referenced as "Malgun" in the Domesday Book, its name translates to "settlement by the gravelly places," reflecting the area's unique geological features. This charming locality may be of interest to those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to its natural landscape and heritage. The settlement has a population of approximately 162 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.
Property prices in Malham show an average sale price of £317,399, 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 Malham a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Malham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Malham-Arncliffe SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Craven Limestone Complex; 1 National Parks: YORKSHIRE DALES. 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, Malham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.malhamdale.com/. 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 Malham
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Malham. The average decision time was 66 days.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Malham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Malham were full planning applications (13), listed building and heritage (3). Full planning applications account for 81% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.