Search Abune-the-hill planning applications
2 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Abune-the-hill · updated daily · Orkney Islands Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Bungalow, Birsay, Orkney KW17 2NPApprovedExtend a houseReceived 18 May 2026Decided 5 Aug 202626/127/HH
- Lower Fea (Land Near), Birsay, Orkney, KW17 2NSRefusedErect three self-catering pods with communal foul drainage system and associated landscapingPlanning PermissionReceived 12 Nov 2025Decided 29 Jul 202625/380/PP
Planning in Abune-the-hill
Only 2 decisions near Abune-the-hill in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Abune-the-hill in the last 24 months, from Orkney Islands Council's planning register.
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KW17 102 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Orkney Islands Council
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About Abune-the-hill
Abune-the-Hill is situated in the northern region of Orkney Mainland, conveniently located to the west of the picturesque Loch of Swannay. This area may be of interest for planning applications due to its unique geographical features and proximity to local amenities.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Abune-the-hill area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Abune-the-hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abune-the-hill planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Abune-the-hill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Abune-the-hill.
The most common types were full planning applications (1).