How long do planning decisions take near Balloch?

The average planning decision time near Balloch is 67 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 Balloch?

The planning approval rate near Balloch is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Balloch?

The most common type of planning application near Balloch is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Balloch?

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Balloch, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Balloch, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

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About Balloch

Population: 1,390 (2016)

District: Highland

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Inverness Central, Raigmore and Longman - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Balloch.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Balloch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Balloch.

- Braeholm 63 Culloden Road Balloch Inverness IV2 7HH
Conversion of garage to short term letting unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Land Adjacent To Viewhill Farmhouse Viewhill Culloden
Erection of house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Balloch in Highland

Balloch is a residential village located just four miles (6.4 km) east of Inverness in Scotland. Its proximity to the city makes it a desirable area for planning applications, particularly for residential developments and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,390 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Highland district.

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

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Planning Activity in Balloch

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Balloch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Balloch may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Balloch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Balloch were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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