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Planning in Alloa

Approved
95%
36 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alloa in the last 24 months, from Clackmannanshire Council's planning register.

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Around Alloa

Postcode districts

FK10 139 applications in the last 12 monthsFK7 92 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Clackmannanshire Council

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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.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Alloa 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, 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Alloa, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Alloa. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), listed building and heritage (16), outline applications (8).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alloa?
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Alloa. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alloa?
The average planning decision time near Alloa is 47 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Alloa?
The planning approval rate near Alloa is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alloa?
The most common type of planning application near Alloa is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alloa?
You can search and track planning applications near Alloa on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.