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161 in the last 90 days48 in the last 3023 in the last 1492% approveddecisions typically take 103 days

Source: Moray Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 215 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Parkmore Lime Quarry Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4DL
This a EIA scoping report related to a proposed Section 42 application for Parkmore Quarry. The proposed development involves a limited lateral extension to the quarry together with deepening of the quarry within the existing extraction footprint and is aimed at optimising the extraction of the high quality limestone reserves at the quarry. The quarry operates under Planning Permission 05/00413/MIN which expires on 21st February 2042.
PendingReceived 22 Oct 202626/01015/APP
Woodfold Rothiemay Huntly Moray AB54 7UL
Erection of general purpose agricultural building at
PendingReceived 22 Oct 202626/01311/APP
St Drostans 51 Thom Street Hopeman Elgin Moray IV30 5TB
Erect single storey extension to side and associated internal alterations at
PendingReceived 21 Oct 202626/01327/APP
The Kennels Glenrinnes Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4DA
Erect 2no huts for use as holiday accommodation
PendingReceived 19 Oct 202626/01287/APP
Fairway Longhill Elgin Moray IV30 8LE
Alter and extend dwellinghouse and erect detached workshop at
PendingReceived 19 Oct 202626/01317/APP

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Moray Council received?

Moray Council received 646 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 92%.

How long does Moray Council take to decide applications?

Moray Council takes an average of 103 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 Moray Council?

Moray Council approves 92% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Moray Council?

Submit your representation to Moray 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 Moray Council planning portal.

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Moray Council serves as the local government authority for the Moray council area, one of Scotland's 32 regions. Headquartered in Elgin, the council oversees planning applications and local developments, making it a key resource for anyone researching building and renovation projects in the area. The council is currently led by Kathleen Robertson (Conservative), who has held the position since 18 May 2022. Karen Greaves serves as Chief Executive since 2025. The council comprises 26 councillors, with the most recent election held on 5 May 2022.

The council area encompasses 144 towns and villages, including Buckie, Burghead, Charlestown of Aberlour, Cullen, Dufftown and Elgin. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Moray Council received 646 planning applications. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (284), outline applications (52), listed building and heritage (20). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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