Norby, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Norby, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Norby are administered by North Yorkshire Council. View the full North Yorkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Norby
Norby is a fictional character from North Yorkshire, featured in the children's science fiction series, The Norby Chronicles, co-created by Janet and Isaac Asimov. Since his debut in the 1983 book "Norby, the Mixed-Up Robot," he has appeared in 11 novels, showcasing a blend of adventure and humor that appeals to young readers. While Isaac Asimov's name was used for marketing purposes, Janet Asimov contributed significantly to the series, handling the majority of the writing.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £314,561 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Yorkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Thirsk and Malton
- LSOA: Hambleton 009F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Norby.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Norby.
- 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 Norby based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Norby.
- - Brookside House Front Street Norby Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1BE
Works to Trees in a Conservation Area - Removal of Two conifers
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 10 St James Green Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1AF
Retrospective application for as-built details relating to ED.01, ED.02, ED.03, WG.02, railings, dwarf wall, and external lighting
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Land At Gillings Court Thirsk North Yorkshire
Demolition of existing building and redevelopment to form 47 Retirement Living apartments for older persons including communal facilities, access and landscaping.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Southwold Stockton Road Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1BA
Retrospective application for single storey rear extension, new roof to garage, small extention to front of garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2025-03-05
View full details - - The Rectory Cemetery Road Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1PR
Application for works to trees in a conservation area (to fell Elder T1, crown lift Yew T2, fell Holly T5, works to beech hedge G6, remove ivy and secondary stem at 1.5m on Beech tree T7 removal of iv
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - 10 St James Green Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1AF
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions - 3, (Window Design) 4, (Doors) 5, (Render) 6, (Railings) - For previously application approved ZB23/02398/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - 5 Croft View Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1TE
Application for replacement of timber frame windows and doors with uPVC frames and composite doors as amended by revised details received 30 October 2024
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-09-04
View full details - - Lloyds Bank PLC 41 Market Place Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1HA
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use from Commercial, Business and Service (Use Class E), to mixed use. Conversion of the two upper floors of the propert
Status: Permitted | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2024-06-07
View full details - - Cardfactory 18 Market Place Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1LB
Proposed installation of 2 AC condenser Units to rear of property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2023-09-19
View full details - - Cardfactory 18 Market Place Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1LB
Proposed fascia sign & hanging sign to front elevation as amended by plans received by North Yorkshire Council on 9th November 2023.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2023-09-19
View full details - - Stillwater Stockton Road Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1BA
Proposed single storey rear sunlounge
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Hambleton | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Norby in North Yorkshire
Norby is a fictional character from North Yorkshire, featured in the children's science fiction series, The Norby Chronicles, co-created by Janet and Isaac Asimov. Since his debut in the 1983 book "Norby, the Mixed-Up Robot," he has appeared in 11 novels, showcasing a blend of adventure and humor that appeals to young readers. While Isaac Asimov's name was used for marketing purposes, Janet Asimov contributed significantly to the series, handling the majority of the writing.
Property prices in Norby show an average sale price of £314,561, 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 Norby a particularly low-crime area.
Norby has one conservation area within its boundaries: Thirsk and Sowerby. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Norby 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 Norby
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Norby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Norby may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Norby were full planning applications (17), tree works (11), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.