Runswick Bay, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Runswick Bay, North Yorkshire.
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Planning applications in Runswick Bay are administered by Redcar And Cleveland Borough Council. View the full Redcar And Cleveland Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Runswick Bay
Runswick Bay, a charming village nestled on the western edge of its namesake bay in North Yorkshire, is situated just 5 miles north of Whitby and near Ellerby and Hinderwell. Encompassed by the North York Moors National Park, it attracts tourists with its scenic cliffside views, coastal walks, and opportunities for fossil hunting along Runswick Sands, acclaimed as a beautiful white sand beach. Recognized as Beach of the Year 2020 by The Sunday Times, Runswick Bay is also part of the Cleveland Way national trail, making it a notable location for planning applications related to tourism and conservation.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Redcar and Cleveland
- Parliamentary constituency: Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland
- LSOA: Redcar and Cleveland 013D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Runswick Bay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Runswick Bay.
- 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 Runswick Bay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
145 planning applications found near Runswick Bay.
- 821219 - 2 LINGROW CLOSE RUNSWICK BAY TS13 5JQ
installation of bifold doors to replace roller shutter for conversion of integral garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2026-06-13
View full details - 821210 - THE LOFT FOOTWAY FROM COCKPIT HILL TO HILLSIDE RUNSWICK BAY SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA TS13 5HT
verification check of conditions 3 and 5 of planning approval NYM/2025/0792
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - 821092 - SEAVIEW COTTAGE FOOTWAY FROM COCKPIT HOUSE STEPS TO NORTH COTTAGE RUNSWICK BAY SALTBURN-BY-THE-SEA TS13 5HU
alterations to landscaping including creation of terrace and new access stairs
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - 820920 - land adjacent to Seaview Cottage, Runswick Bay
erection of garden room
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - The Loft, Runswick Bay
variation of condition two (material amendment) of planning approval NYM/2024/0509 to allow omission of two storey extension, rebuilding of rear wall, addition of cladding and porch canopy together wi
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-12-15
View full details - - 11 Nettledale Close, Runswick Bay
alterations to fenestration and doors, removal of sunroom and construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-08-25
View full details - - land adjacent to the House on the Wall, Runswick Bay
demolition of existing and erection of replacement shed (part retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - Cliffemount Hotel, Runswick Bay
verification check of condition 7 of planning approval NYM/2023/0498
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2025-05-30
View full details - - Cliffemount Hotel, Runswick Bay
non material amendment to planning approval NYM/2023/0498 to allow changes to the approved ground floor layout
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-10-08
View full details - - 17 Bank Top Lane, Runswick Bay
change of use from a residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to ancillary hotel staff accommodation (Use Class C1), construction of replacement rear extension, ramped access to front door and boundary tre
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-10-08
View full details - 819667 - The Loft, Runswick Bay
alterations to bay windows, fenestration and doors, erection of door canopy, rebuilding of rear wall and two storey extension together with erection of replacement terraces
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-07-15
View full details - 819622 - land adjacent to Seaview Cottage, Runswick Bay
construction of deck/supporting structure with replacement reinforced fence, access steps and under storage facility (retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-06-28
View full details - - Runswick Bay Caravan and Camping Park, Hinderwell Lane, Runswick Bay
verification check of condition 10 of planning approval NYM/2022/0633
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-05-03
View full details - - Cliffemount Hotel, Runswick Bay
verification check of condition 18 of planning approval NYM/2023/0498
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-04-08
View full details - - Cliffemount Hotel, Runswick Bay
verification check of condition 4 of planning approval NYM/2023/0498
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-04-05
View full details - - Cliffemount Hotel, Runswick Bay
verification check of condition 15 of planning approval NYM/2023/0498
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2024-04-03
View full details - - 25, 27, 29, 31, 33, 35, 37 and 39 Hinderwell Lane, Runswick Bay
verification check of condition 7 of planning approval NYM/2011/0290/FL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2023-11-10
View full details - - land to south east of junction with Bank Top Lane and Cleveland Way, Runswick Bay
removal of conditions 8 and 17 of planning approval NYM/2022/0515 which requires removal of dropped kerb and the two buildings on site prior to the car park being brought into use
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2023-08-25
View full details - - land to south east of junction with Bank Top Lane and Cleveland Way, Runswick Bay
removal of condition 4 of planning approval NYM/2022/0515 which prevents the siting and operating of mobile food/refreshment/ice cream vans on site
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details - - land to south east of junction with Bank Top Lane and Cleveland Way, Runswick Bay
verification check of conditions 3, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 16 of planning approval NYM/2022/0515
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North York Moors | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Runswick Bay in North Yorkshire
Runswick Bay, a charming village nestled on the western edge of its namesake bay in North Yorkshire, is situated just 5 miles north of Whitby and near Ellerby and Hinderwell. Encompassed by the North York Moors National Park, it attracts tourists with its scenic cliffside views, coastal walks, and opportunities for fossil hunting along Runswick Sands, acclaimed as a beautiful white sand beach. Recognized as Beach of the Year 2020 by The Sunday Times, Runswick Bay is also part of the Cleveland Way national trail, making it a notable location for planning applications related to tourism and conservation.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Runswick Bay a particularly low-crime area.
Runswick Bay has one conservation area within its boundaries: Runswick Bay. 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 Runswick Bay includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Staithes - Port Mulgrave SSSI, Runswick Bay SSSI; 1 National Parks: NORTH YORK MOORS. 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, Runswick Bay 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 Runswick Bay
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Runswick Bay. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Runswick Bay may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 60 days on average, decisions near Runswick Bay slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Runswick Bay were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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