Weston, North Yorkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Weston, North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Weston are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Weston
Weston is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 1.2 miles (2 km) north-west of Otley. Nestled near the River Wharfe, which delineates the boundary between North and West Yorkshire, Weston derives its name from Old English, signifying "western enclosure" or "farmstead." This quaint village offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting its historical roots and scenic surroundings.
Population: 193 (2021)
District: Harrogate
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £470,110 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bradford
- Parliamentary constituency: Shipley
- LSOA: Bradford 005C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Weston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Weston.
- 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 Weston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Weston.
- - Burley Lodge Main Street Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DT
Removal of an existing garden gazebo and provision of a car charging shelter, garden room, hydrotherapy pool and remodelling a window/door to an existing outside store room
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Willow Cottage 14 Burley Court Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DZ
Non material amendment to planning permission 25/02334/HOU to alter the window positions to side elevation and glazing to rear elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bradford | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 2 Burley House Burley Court Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DZ
Summerhouse on existing patio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-08-29
View full details - - Willow Cottage 14 Burley Court Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DZ
T1 & T2 Ash - Subject to Ash Die Back. Most of the lower canopy of T1 is dead, whereas T2 has the typical widespread die back of the tips. Remove and prefer not to replace. But if replacement is the c
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - Land At Grid Ref 417043 446067 Weston View Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire
G20 - Remove hanging and broken branches which are over the footpath and road and chip brash from previous gales. T1, T4, T5, T6, T7 and G20 - Crown lift trees over footpath and road to a height of 5.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - Land At Grid Ref 417043 446067 Weston View Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire
T11, T12 and T13 - Crown lift trees over footpath and road to a height of 5.2m. T29.01 Ash - Remove and grind out stump. T1, T4, T5, T6, T7 and G20 considered under application 25/00573/CPN.
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - 30A Main Street Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DT
T1 Silver birch - Lift to 5m, no pruning wound to exceed 70mm. To remove heavy end loading and reduce the risk of snapping over the garage, boundary lines and increase proximity to the neighbours hous
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2024-01-25
View full details - - 28 Main Street And 2 Post Office Yard Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DT
Installation of replacement windows to the rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - Burley Hall Corn Mill Lane Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DP
T2 English elm - Fell, Leaving Stump Just Above Ground Level. T11 Sycamore - Fell, Leaving Stump Just Above Ground Level. T13 Western red cedar - Fell, Leaving Stump Just Above Ground Level. T22 Commo
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-11-10
View full details - - West Wing 4 Burley House Burley Court Burley In Wharfedale Ilkley West Yorkshire LS29 7DZ
T1 and T2 Willow - Approx height 18m and width 10m, laterally reduce crown by a third
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Bradford | Date: 2023-01-07
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A brief summary of Weston in North Yorkshire
Weston is a village and civil parish located in North Yorkshire, England, approximately 1.2 miles (2 km) north-west of Otley. Nestled near the River Wharfe, which delineates the boundary between North and West Yorkshire, Weston derives its name from Old English, signifying "western enclosure" or "farmstead." This quaint village offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting its historical roots and scenic surroundings. The settlement has a population of approximately 193 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Harrogate district.
Property prices in Weston show an average sale price of £470,110, 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 Weston a particularly low-crime area.
Weston has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Weston, No data available for publication by HE, Burley in Wharfedale. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Weston includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Nidderdale. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Weston
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Weston. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Weston.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Weston were full planning applications (16), tree works (7), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 17 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 20 applications
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