Ballingry, Fife Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ballingry, Fife.
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About Ballingry
Ballingry is a town located in Fife, Scotland, just north of Lochgelly and near the Perth and Kinross border, with an estimated population of 5,940 as of 2020. The town has evolved from the separate villages of Ballingry, Lochore, Crosshill, and Glencraig into a cohesive part of the Benarty area. Designated as one of Fife's regeneration areas, Ballingry is identified as needing economic and social revitalization, making it a focal point for potential planning applications and development initiatives.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Fife
- Parliamentary constituency: Glenrothes and Mid Fife
- LSOA: Lochgelly South West
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ballingry.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ballingry.
- 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 Ballingry based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Ballingry.
- - 1 Benarty Square Ballingry Lochgelly Fife KY5 8NR
Installation of parcel locker in retrospect
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - Gospel Hall Southfield Avenue Ballingry Lochgelly Fife KY5 8JP
Erection of dwellinghouse (Non-Material Variation including increased ridge height and addition of window to front gable to 22/01582/FULL)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - Farmhouse Ballingry Farm Ballingry Lochgelly Fife KY5 8LU
Erection of slurry storage tank with underground reception pit
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2023-08-18
View full details - - 119 Kirkland Gardens Ballingry Lochgelly Fife KY5 8JU
Single storey extension to side/rear of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2023-08-09
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A brief summary of Ballingry in Fife
Ballingry is a town located in Fife, Scotland, just north of Lochgelly and near the Perth and Kinross border, with an estimated population of 5,940 as of 2020. The town has evolved from the separate villages of Ballingry, Lochore, Crosshill, and Glencraig into a cohesive part of the Benarty area. Designated as one of Fife's regeneration areas, Ballingry is identified as needing economic and social revitalization, making it a focal point for potential planning applications and development initiatives.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ballingry a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ballingry 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.
Planning Activity in Ballingry
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ballingry. The average decision time was 45 days.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Ballingry were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.