Alloa, Clackmannanshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Alloa, Clackmannanshire.
Clackmannanshire · Scotland · Town
Planning applications in Alloa are administered by Clackmannanshire Council. View the full Clackmannanshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Alloa
Alloa is a vibrant town in Clackmannanshire, Scotland, situated on the northern bank of the River Forth, where it transitions into the Firth of Forth. Nestled south of the Ochil Hills and just six miles east of Stirling, Alloa is well-connected, lying 13 miles west of Dunfermline and approximately 25 miles by water from Granton. This strategic location makes it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities in the Central Lowlands.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Clackmannanshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Alloa and Grangemouth
- LSOA: Clackmannan, Kennet and Forestmill - 03
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Alloa.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alloa.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Alloa based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
375 planning applications found near Alloa.
- 26/00129/ADV · Received: Thu 02 Jul 2026 · Validated: Thu 02 Jul 2026 - Tesco Store Auld Brig Road Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1EG
Display of 1 No. Illuminated Fascia Sign
Status: Undecided | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-07-02 - - Tesco Store Auld Brig Road Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1EG
Display of 1 No. Illuminated Fascia Sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 26/00106/NWIN · Received: Mon 01 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 12 Jun 2026 - 6 Glebe Terrace Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1DL
Installation Of Replacement Windows To Front Of House
Status: Undecided | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-06-12 - - 6 Glebe Terrace Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1DL
Installation Of Replacement Windows To Front Of House
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - 26/00099/LIST · Received: Mon 25 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 28 May 2026 - 1 Church Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1DH
Change of Use from Class 10 to Class 11 including Internal Alterations and Creation of Indoor Activity Centre (Assembly and Leisure)
Status: Undecided | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-05-28 - 26/00100/FULL · Received: Mon 25 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 28 May 2026 - 1 Church Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1DH
Change of Use from Class 10 to Class 11 including Internal Alterations and Creation of Indoor Activity Centre (Assembly and Leisure)
Status: Undecided | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-05-28 - - 1 Church Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1DH
Change of Use from Class 10 to Class 11 Including Internal Alterations and Creation of Indoor Activity Centre (Assembly and Leisure)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-05-25
View full details - - 1 Church Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1DH
Change of Use from Class 10 to Class 11 including Internal Alterations and Creation of Indoor Activity Centre (Assembly and Leisure)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-05-25
View full details - 26/00082/ADV - Thistle Bar 1 Junction Place Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1JW
Display of 1 No. Illuminated Fascia Sign, 1 No. Illuminated Projecting Sign, 3 No. Box Signs And 2 No. Hand Painted Murals
Status: Undecided | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-04-30 - - 7 Tower Square Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1PL
Use Of House As Short Term Let (Class 9)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - The Cats Whiskers Broad Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1AN
Installation Of Replacement Roof And Rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Council Offices 6 Marshill Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1AB
Alterations And Material Change Of Use From Class 4 (Business) To Class 8 (Residential Institution)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Council Offices 6 Marshill Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1AB
Installation Of Replacement Windows And Internal Alterations To Facilitate The Use Of The Building As A Residential Institution
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 25 Drysdale Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1JL
Display Of 1 No. Illuminated Top Sign And 1 No. Illuminated Logo Panel
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 25 Drysdale Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1JL
Installation Of ATM
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 6 West Vennel Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1EJ
Alterations And Conversion Of Attic To Provide Third Floor Accommodation And Installation of 2 No. Roof Lights To Front (Previously Approved under 17/00158/FULL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Bank Of Scotland 21 Mar Street Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1HR
Felling Of 3 No. Maple Trees, 2 No. Beech Trees And 1 No. Birch Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 1 Kilncraigs Road Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1PR
Alterations, Dormer Extension to Rear Of House, Installation Of 3 No. Rooflights to Front Of House And Conversion Of Loft To Provide Second Floor Accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 18 Burgh Mews Alloa Clackmannanshire FK10 1HS
Replacement Windows to Front Elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2025-11-27
View full details - - 15A Mar Street Alloa Clackmannanshire
Partial Demolition Of Vacant Building (Upper Floor)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Clackmannanshire | Date: 2025-10-31
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A brief summary of Alloa in Clackmannanshire
Alloa is a vibrant town in Clackmannanshire, Scotland, situated on the northern bank of the River Forth, where it transitions into the Firth of Forth. Nestled south of the Ochil Hills and just six miles east of Stirling, Alloa is well-connected, lying 13 miles west of Dunfermline and approximately 25 miles by water from Granton. This strategic location makes it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities in the Central Lowlands.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alloa a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alloa 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.
Planning Activity in Alloa
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Alloa. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alloa may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Alloa were full planning applications (40), listed building and heritage (14), outline applications (7). Full planning applications account for 49% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 52 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
13 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (31% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 39 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 40 applications
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