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Planning in Auchterarder

Approved
87%
47 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Auchterarder in the last 24 months, from Perth and Kinross Council's planning register.

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About Auchterarder

Auchterarder, located north of the Ochil Hills in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, is renowned for its prestigious Gleneagles Hotel. Known as "The Lang Toun" or Long Town, it features a notable 1.5-mile-long High Street. This picturesque town, formerly part of the historic county of Perthshire, offers a unique setting for potential planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Auchterarder area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Auchterarder 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, Auchterarder 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 Auchterarder, 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Auchterarder. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (47), outline applications (6), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Auchterarder?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Auchterarder. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Auchterarder?
The average planning decision time near Auchterarder is 71 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 Auchterarder?
The planning approval rate near Auchterarder is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Auchterarder?
The most common type of planning application near Auchterarder is full planning applications, with 47 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Auchterarder?
You can search and track planning applications near Auchterarder on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.