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23 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Skipton · updated daily · North Yorkshire Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Sandylands Sports Centre Carleton New Road Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 2AZAwaiting decisionFull planning permission for the construction of 43 additional car parking spaces and associated infrastructure (including footpaths, retaining walls, stairs, pedestrian crossings, light columns, turning head and drop off areas).Received 29 Oct 202626/05340/FUL
63-65 High Street Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 1DSAwaiting decisionFull planning permission for installation of new shopfront and associated worksReceived 21 Oct 202626/06576/FUL
9 West Bank Road Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 1QTAwaiting decisionHouseholder application for erection of a detached domestic garage including formation of turning/parking area and associated ground and tree worksReceived 20 Oct 202626/07015/FUL
St. Stephens Castle View Terrace Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 1NTAwaiting decisionWorks to a tree the subject of a Tree Preservation Order: T1 (Maple) - Remove. (Tree Part of G1 of TPO No. 275 (2018) Skipton).Protected Tree Works applicationReceived 15 Oct 202626/06863/TPO
5 Park Wood Close Skipton North Yorkshire BD23 1QWAwaiting decisionWorks to a tree the subject of a Tree Preservation Order: T1 - Turkey Oak. Remove (TPO Ref: No. 1 (1968) Skipton).Protected Tree Works applicationReceived 8 Oct 202626/06590/TPO

Planning in Skipton

Approved: 84%; 196 of 225 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Skipton in the last 24 months, from North Yorkshire Council's planning register.

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BD23 403 applications in the last 12 months

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About Skipton

Skipton, a vibrant market town in North Yorkshire, lies on the banks of the River Aire and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, just 27 miles northwest of Leeds and 38 miles west of York. With a population of 15,042 as of the 2021 Census, it has gained recognition as one of the best and happiest places to live in the UK. Its rich history and picturesque surroundings make it an appealing location for planning applications and development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 15,369 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Craven district.

Property prices in Skipton show an average sale price of £317,399, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Skipton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Skipton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Skipton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Skipton 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.skiptontowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Skipton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 275 planning applications were submitted near Skipton. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were tree works (82), full planning applications (76), listed building and heritage (36).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Skipton?

In the last 24 months, 275 planning applications were submitted near Skipton. The approval rate is 84%.

How long do planning decisions take near Skipton?

The average planning decision time near Skipton is 62 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 Skipton?

The planning approval rate near Skipton is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Skipton?

The most common type of planning application near Skipton is tree works applications, with 82 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Skipton?

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