How long do planning decisions take near An Cnoc?

The average planning decision time near An Cnoc is 35 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 An Cnoc?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near An Cnoc?

The most common type of planning application near An Cnoc is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near An Cnoc?

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An Cnoc, Na h-Eileanan an Iar Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near An Cnoc, Na h-Eileanan an Iar.

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About An Cnoc

An Cnoc, located on the Point peninsula of the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, is a village that offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility. It is linked by road to Stornoway, the primary administrative centre of the Western Isles, making it an important location for planning applications and developments in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Na h-Eileanan Siar
Parliamentary constituency: Na h-Eileanan an Iar
LSOA: Guershader to Bennadrove

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near An Cnoc.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 An Cnoc based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near An Cnoc.

- Telecommunications Poles 5 Knock Point Isle Of Lewis
Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (2no. Poles)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-11-26
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- Telecommunications Poles 4 Knock Point Isle Of Lewis
Intention to Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (2no. Poles)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-11-25
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- Telecommunications Pole 1 Knock Point Isle Of Lewis
Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (1no. Pole)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-11-20
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- 13 Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis HS2 0BP
Erect extension to the rear of the existing dwelling house. Pitch roof to existing dormer windows on front elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-06-17
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- 29 Knock Point Isle Of Lewis HS2 0BW
Alter and Extend Dwelling and install ASHP
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2023-05-12
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- 4 Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis HS2 0BP
Demolish house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2021-12-16
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- 12A Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis
Erect two-bedroom single storey house, with air-source heat pump and associated access.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2021-04-26
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- 3 Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis HS2 0BP
Erect porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2019-08-13
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- Caravan Pod 5 Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis
Site caravan pod
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2017-02-01
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- 12 Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis HS2 0BP
Alter and Extend Dwelling and form new access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2016-05-23
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- 20 Swordale Point Isle Of Lewis HS2 0BP
Proposed addition and alterations to existing dwelling house including demolition of lean to kitchen and rear porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2010-03-15
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A brief summary of An Cnoc in Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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

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Planning Activity in An Cnoc

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near An Cnoc. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near An Cnoc were full planning applications (5), telecoms (3). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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