Planning Applications in
Leeds
Leeds has a population of approximately 800,000 and is part of the Yorkshire and the Humber region. Search any postcode in Leeds to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
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Based on 422 applications tracked between 2025-12-22 and 2026-01-29.
Full
39% of all applications
Householder
30% of all applications
Tree Works
9% of all applications
Demolition
8% of all applications
Change of Use
7% of all applications
Listed Building
3% of all applications
Leeds Planning Statistics
Data period: 2025-12-22 to 2026-01-29 · Updated 13 March 2026
Planning Battles in Leeds
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Leeds area.
Planning Department Corruption Probe
2024-2025In November 2024, West Yorkshire Police arrested four Leeds City Council planning staff as part of a bribery investigation. Nine individuals total were detained including developers. Allegations included demands for bribes up to £500,000 to secure planning permissions. By November 2025, three staff were released without charge but three former employees remained under investigation.
Why this matters: This major scandal shows why monitoring planning decisions and financial interests of decision-makers matters - complaints triggered the investigation
Leeds United Elland Road Stadium Redevelopment
2024-2026Plans to expand Elland Road from 37,645 to 53,000 capacity faced scrutiny over traffic, infrastructure and environmental concerns. The planning application hit roadblocks at council panels before permission was finally granted in January 2026.
Why this matters: Major infrastructure projects require detailed scrutiny of transport and environmental impacts - monitoring committee discussions helps residents engage
Local Plan Housing Allocations Consultation
2025Public consultations for the Leeds Local Plan (Outer North West and Outer North East areas) drew controversy over proposed housing allocations in suburbs like Garforth. Residents cited strain on schools, roads and services while the council emphasized need to address housing shortage up to 2042.
Why this matters: Local Plan consultations are critical opportunities to shape development - monitoring ensures residents can object to unsustainable allocations
Major Developments to Watch in Leeds
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Leeds.
Leeds City Centre Regeneration
2024-2025Multiple high-rise developments in the city centre continuing despite corruption probe
South Bank Regeneration
OngoingMajor urban regeneration project transforming former industrial areas
What Makes Planning in Leeds Different
- Persistent five-year housing land supply challenges
- Significant green belt release proposals in outer areas
- City council under investigation for planning governance failures
Leeds processes several thousand applications annually. The corruption scandal has eroded public trust - planning decisions now under heightened scrutiny
Key Areas in Leeds
Average house price £230k-£250k, strong university city with growing tech sector driving demand
Recent Planning Applications in Leeds
Latest applications submitted to Leeds council.
Outline application for 800 dwellings, primary school, convenience store (up to 372 sqm), PoS and landscaping NON MATERIAL AMENDMENT to 17/02594/OT Amend the trigger point of condition 33 to be prior to the occupation of the 100th dwelling, Enhanements of Carr Lane including the carriageway as well as facilities for pedestrians cyclists and horses, Footway / cycleway improvemetns crossing facilites beween junction 46 of the A1(M) and the northern most racecourse approach site access, All site access works from Racecourse Approach and Improvements to York Road including a footway along the northern flank west of the Avenue
Racecourse Approach Wetherby Leeds LS22 5EG
Reserved Matters Application for 762 dwellings relating to scale, layout, appearance and landscaping pursuant to Outline Application (17/02594/OT) MATERIAL AMENDMENT to 21/08506/RM - Amend the approved ND40 (OP) Sandbeck Proposed Plans and Elevations (Ref: P16:5043:4003 Rev A) to ND40 (OP) Sandbeck Proposed Plans and Elevations (Ref: P16:5043:4003 Rev A).
Racecourse Approach Wetherby Leeds LS22 5EG
T5 and T6 (Silver Birch) Holy Name of Jesus Church Arboricultural Report December 2025. The required works involve their removal to ground level and treating of the stumps to prevent regrowth and further influence on the Church foundations.
Holy Name Of Jesus Catholic Church Otley Old Road Cookridge Leeds LS16 6HW
Single storey side/rear extension with new patio area; open porch and removal of existing bay window and replace with new standard window to front
Ashdale Layton Avenue Rawdon Leeds LS19 6QQ
Demolition of existing canopy and store; single storey side and rear extensions and alterations including new roof, windows, doors and ATM to existing petrol filling station shop and the creation of new external bin and storage area; associated hard standing, hard landscaping and parking works
The Wharrels Service Station 90 Lowtown Pudsey Leeds LS28 9AY
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- Leeds council planning portal — publicaccess.leeds.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 13 March 2026