Baile Ailein, Na h-Eileanan an Iar Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Baile Ailein, Na h-Eileanan an Iar.
Na h-Eileanan an Iar · Scotland · settlement
About Baile Ailein
Balallan, known as "Allan's Town," is a crofting township located on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. Situated within the parish of Lochs, Balallan offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its rural character and community-focused developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Na h-Eileanan Siar
- Parliamentary constituency: Na h-Eileanan an Iar
- LSOA: Brue to Barvas
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Baile Ailein.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Baile Ailein.
- 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 Baile Ailein based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
16 planning applications found near Baile Ailein.
- - Tigh An Uillt 15A Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Change of roof from red tile to charcoal
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2024-08-20
View full details - - Scottish Water Access Track 2 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Formation of Access track
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - Scottish Water Access Track Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Formation of access track
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2024-03-14
View full details - - Beinn Buidhe Mast Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Installation of electronic communications apparatus
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2022-12-20
View full details - - 15B Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Erect stable block; site unit for tack-feed/storage; site unit for hay store; and use sand paddock for horse turnout. (Partially retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2016-11-04
View full details - - Beinn Buidhe Mast Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Emergency services network mast installation and compound
Status: Conditions | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2016-09-27
View full details - - Beinn Buidhe Mast Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Proposed tower extension of 3m, replacement of No.2 existing antennas with 3 No. new antennas, the installation of 3 No. RRU's and 2No. dishes.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2016-08-23
View full details - - 37A Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Erect garage with first floor storage facility and balcony
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2015-09-14
View full details - - 31 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Extension to form sitting room, 1 bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2014-04-14
View full details - - Turbine 30 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Erect Evance R9000 5kw turbine, hub height 15m, rotor diameter 5.5m
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2012-06-21
View full details - - 2 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Erect garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2009-02-16
View full details - - 20A Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Alter and Extend House
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2004-04-05
View full details - - 25 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Erect Agricultural Shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2004-03-05
View full details - - 8 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Change of Use from Previous Use as Fuel Store to Art and Craft Shop.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2003-06-30
View full details - - 7 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Erect Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2002-07-26
View full details - - 13 Balallan Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9PN
Site Sectional Building for Agricultural Use
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2000-10-12
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A brief summary of Baile Ailein in Na h-Eileanan an Iar
Balallan, known as "Allan's Town," is a crofting township located on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. Situated within the parish of Lochs, Balallan offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its rural character and community-focused developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Baile Ailein a particularly low-crime area.
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Planning Activity in Baile Ailein
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Baile Ailein. The average decision time was 51 days.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Baile Ailein were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% 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 was submitted.
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