How long do planning decisions take near Alves?

The average planning decision time near Alves is 58 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 Alves?

The planning approval rate near Alves is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Alves?

The most common type of planning application near Alves is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Alves?

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Alves, Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Alves, Moray.

Moray · Scotland · settlement

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About Alves

Alves is a quaint agricultural village located in Moray, Scotland. Known for its rural charm, the village offers a unique blend of farmland and community life, making it a point of interest for those researching planning applications in the region. Its local character and agricultural background may influence potential development opportunities and land use considerations.

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: Burghead, Roseisle and Laich - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Alves.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Alves.

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 Alves based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Alves.

- Alves Primary School 2 Main Road Alves Elgin Moray IV30 8UR
Listed Building Consent for general repairs to existing stonework, windows, rainwater goods, roofing and replace copper valley gutter and rooflights at
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-12-10
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A brief summary of Alves in Moray

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Alves a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Alves

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Alves. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Alves may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Alves slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Alves were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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