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Planning in Aviemore

Approved
75%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aviemore in the last 24 months, from Highland Council's planning register.

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Around Aviemore

Postcode districts

PH22 117 applications in the last 12 monthsPH21 55 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Highland Council

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About Aviemore

Aviemore, located in the Cairngorms National Park in the Highlands of Scotland, is a thriving town and tourist resort within the Badenoch and Strathspey committee area of the Highland council. Renowned for its skiing, winter sports, and hill-walking opportunities in the stunning Cairngorm Mountains, Aviemore attracts a significant number of visitors, making it an important area for planning applications related to tourism and outdoor activities. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,240 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Highland district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aviemore 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 Aviemore 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, Aviemore 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 Aviemore, 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, 95 planning applications were submitted near Aviemore. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), amendments (7), advertising consent (5).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aviemore?
In the last 24 months, 95 planning applications were submitted near Aviemore. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aviemore?
The average planning decision time near Aviemore is 62 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 Aviemore?
The planning approval rate near Aviemore is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aviemore?
The most common type of planning application near Aviemore is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aviemore?
You can search and track planning applications near Aviemore on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.