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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Glasgow City Council received?
Glasgow City Council received 2,446 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 82%.
How long does Glasgow City Council take to decide applications?
Glasgow City Council takes an average of 83 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Glasgow City Council?
Glasgow City Council approves 82% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Glasgow City Council?
Submit your representation to Glasgow City Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Glasgow City Council planning portal.

Planning data sourced from Glasgow City Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Glasgow City Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Glasgow City Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Glasgow City Council serves as the local authority for Scotland's most populous council area, established in its current form in 1996. The city has a rich governance history, having been managed by a corporation from the late 12th century until 1975, followed by the City of Glasgow District Council until the reorganisation that created the current council. For those researching planning applications, understanding the council's structure and historical context can provide valuable insights into local governance and development processes. The council was established in 1 April 1996. The council is currently led by Susan Aitken (SNP), who has held the position since 18 May 2017. Susanne Millar serves as Chief Executive since May 2024. The council comprises 85 councillors, with the most recent election held on 5 May 2022.

The council area encompasses 99 towns and villages, including Bearsden, Glasgow and Rutherglen. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Glasgow City Council received 2,446 planning applications. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (387), full planning applications (193), outline applications (108). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Glasgow City Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Glasgow City Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.