What types of planning applications are most common near Ardfern?

The most common type of planning application near Ardfern is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Ardfern, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ardfern, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

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About Ardfern

Ardfern is a picturesque village located on the south coast of the Craignish peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, offering scenic views over Loch Craignish. Its coastal setting and local amenities make it a notable area for planning applications, with potential opportunities for development and community projects in a stunning natural environment.

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Area Information

Admin district: Argyll and Bute
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Mid Argyll - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ardfern.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ardfern based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ardfern.

- Merlin Cottage Ardfern Argyll And Bute PA31 8QN
Installation of access ramp and external door
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Land North East Of Beinne-An-Duine Ardfern Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-01-22
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A brief summary of Ardfern in Argyll and Bute

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

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Planning Activity in Ardfern

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ardfern.

The most common application types near Ardfern were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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