Hambleton planning authority are well known to have amongst their number, incompetents. This was shown a few years ago when they proposed to grant planning authority on what is known to be a flood plain and which, is incorporated into proposed flood relief measures as such - a flood plain. Perhaps a survey showing the potential increase in risk to aviators using Bagby for which ultimately, the planning decision might potentially be responsible as a consequence, might help?
Totally ridiculous, clearly some local NIMBY [Bagby is full of them and known for it] has created mischief. However, the owner of the site is no dummy and more than able to deal with this. I wonder if this has a bearing on the plans for improvement?
Best Wishes