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34 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Sowerby · updated daily · North Yorkshire Council

Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 34 · received or decided in the last 12 months

The Old Blacksmiths Blacksmiths Yard Market Place Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1ETAwaiting decisionAlteration to fenestration. Creation of external hardstanding.Received 22 Oct 202626/04818/FUL
38 Topcliffe Road Sowerby North Yorkshire YO7 1RBAwaiting decisionApplication includes a 25% crown reduction to the apple tree and a 25% crown reduction to the silver birch tree in the rear garden.Received 23 Sep 202626/06077/TCON
Lambert Memorial Hospital Chapel Street Thirsk North Yorkshire YO7 1LUAwaiting decisionT1, a large spreading Wild Cherry (Prunus avium) to the rear garden. The crown spread is large, to be over the grassed areas and pathways to the garden and the car park to the west. The crown is also encroaching on the gable end of the building and gutters. An approximately 1m crown reduction, back to the nearest suitable growth points, is required.Received 22 Sep 202626/06024/TCON
Oakfield Truck Park York Road (A170) Sowerby Hambleton YO7 3TYAwaiting decisionApplication for approval of details reserved by conditions No: 1, 2 and 4 (Cura Terrae Ecology Survey, Cura Terae BEMP report, Frowsbury Bat Box Specification, Frowsbury Bird Box Specification, and Frowsbury Otter Shelf Specification) to previously approved application HAM22/02678/FULReceived 9 Sep 202626/05290/DISCON
40 Kings Meadows Sowerby North Yorkshire YO7 1PAAwaiting decisionTwo-storey side extension and single-storey rear extension to existing dwelling.Received 24 Jul 202626/03478/FUL

Planning in Sowerby

Approved: 100%; 22 of 22 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

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

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Around Sowerby

Postcode districts

YO7 184 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: North Yorkshire Council

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About Sowerby

Sowerby is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, just south of the market town of Thirsk. Despite its proximity to Thirsk, Sowerby maintains its unique identity, supported by its own Parish Council. Notably, the famous author James Herriot resided in the village, adding to its cultural significance. This context is valuable for those exploring planning applications in the area, as it reflects the village's distinct character and community governance. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,291 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hambleton district.

Sowerby covers an area of approximately 1152.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Sowerby show an average sale price of £314,561, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sowerby 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sowerby, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Sowerby. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), tree works (13), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sowerby?

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Sowerby. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Sowerby?

The average planning decision time near Sowerby is 57 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 Sowerby?

The planning approval rate near Sowerby is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sowerby?

The most common type of planning application near Sowerby is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sowerby?

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