How long do planning decisions take near Ardrossan?

The average planning decision time near Ardrossan is 38 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 Ardrossan?

The planning approval rate near Ardrossan is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ardrossan?

The most common type of planning application near Ardrossan is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ardrossan?

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Ardrossan, North Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ardrossan, North Ayrshire.

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About Ardrossan

Ardrossan, located on the North Ayrshire coast of southwestern Scotland, is a vibrant town with a population of 10,670. It is part of the 'Three Towns' conurbation alongside Saltcoats and Stevenston, and sits on the eastern shore of the Firth of Clyde, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Ayrshire and Arran
LSOA: Ardrossan North East - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ardrossan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ardrossan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Ardrossan.

- 7 South Crescent Road Ardrossan North Ayrshire KA22 8DU
Installation of roof mounted solar panels and associated equipment to existing residential care home
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 7 South Crescent Road Ardrossan North Ayrshire KA22 8DU
Installation of roof mounted solar panels and associated equipment to existing residential care home
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 3 Mckellar Avenue Ardrossan North Ayrshire KA22 7AS
Erection of sunroom to rear of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 1 - 12 Nursery Place Ardrossan North Ayrshire
Erection of 6 dwelling houses
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 7 Barrie Terrace Ardrossan North Ayrshire KA22 8AY
Erection of extension to rear of semi-detached dwelling house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-29
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- Ardrossan Winton Rovers Football Ground Winton Street Ardrossan North Ayrshire KA22 8JG
Installation of replacement roof over stand
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-02-12
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- 19A South Crescent Road Ardrossan North Ayrshire KA22 8EA
Attic conversion including front dormer extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2024-09-13
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- 12A South Crescent Road Ardrossan Ayrshire KA22 8DY
Re-roofing of detached outbuilding with slate-effect tiles
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2023-08-11
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- Site To South Of 62 Parkhouse Road Ardrossan North Ayrshire
Prior notification for the erection of a 15m high telecommunications monopole mast and associated ground based equipment cabinets
Status: Conditions | Type: Telecoms | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2023-06-23
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A brief summary of Ardrossan in North Ayrshire

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

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Planning Activity in Ardrossan

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Ardrossan. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Ardrossan.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ardrossan were full planning applications (10), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 11 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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