Balmaha, Stirling Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Balmaha, Stirling.
Stirling · Scotland · settlement
About Balmaha
Balmaha is a picturesque village located on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, within the Stirling council area of Scotland. Its scenic waterfront and proximity to natural attractions make it a notable area for planning applications, particularly for developments related to tourism and outdoor activities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Stirling
- Parliamentary constituency: Stirling and Strathallan
- LSOA: Blane Valley - 03
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Balmaha.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Balmaha.
- 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 Balmaha based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
85 planning applications found near Balmaha.
- - Oak Tree Inn Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Erection of ancillary building including additional dining area, toilets, storage and plant
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2025-05-30
View full details - - Sewage Works B837 From Milton Of Buchanan To Balmaha At Balmaha Pier Balmaha Stirling G63 0JQ
Upgrade and extension of waste water treatment works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2024-10-25
View full details - - Moniack Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Erection of ancillary building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2024-05-30
View full details - - Loch Lomond Waterfront Main Street Balmaha G63 0JQ
Installation of 8 holiday letting units and an office/reception building and linen/store building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2024-04-22
View full details - - Sewage Works B837 From Milton Of Buchanan To Balmaha At Balmaha Pier Balmaha Stirling G63 0JQ
EIA Screening for proposed upgrade of water treatment works
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2023-09-08
View full details - - Visitors Centre Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Alterations to retaining wall and installation of 4no. electric vehicle charging points; installation of mesh fencing around existing air source heat pumps
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2023-05-05
View full details - - Visitors Centre Main Road Balmaha G63 0JQ
Installation of 2no. Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) to rear of the building and installation of photovoltaic (PV) panels on the roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2022-01-07
View full details - - Lomond Bank Main Road Balmaha Stirling G63 0JQ
Formation of vehicular access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2021-01-25
View full details - - Lomond Bank Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Erection of stables building with associated courtyard and riding arena (for ancillary domestic use) (part retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2020-11-11
View full details - - Oak Tree Inn Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Proposed erection of laundry building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2020-10-07
View full details - - Oak Tree Inn Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Change in the use of land to form caravan site for 3 no. caravans (lodge style) (for holiday use)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2020-10-05
View full details - - Oak Tree Inn Balmaha G63 0JQ
Erection of building comprising 4no. units with use classes 1 (Shops), 3 (Food and Drink) and 4 (Business)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2020-08-19
View full details - - Path North Verge And Footway Of B837 Drymen To Balmaha Road Between Balmaha Car Park And Auchingyle Burn
Installation of non-motorised user (NMU) bridge; alterations to footpath/roadway to incorporate a jug-handle turn; alterations to bus stop facilities and formation of active travel hub
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2020-04-03
View full details - - Loch Lomond Waterfront Balmaha
Demolition of existing dwellinghouse 'Tigh Fiodha'; relocation of warden's accommodation; siting of ancillary facilities; retention of boundary fencing (retrospective) and erection of 5no. holiday lod
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2019-12-19
View full details - - Auchengyle Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JG
Alterations to outbuilding to form extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2019-11-18
View full details - - Lomond Bank Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Erection of 3 no. dwelling houses (for holiday use) and formation of associated vehicular access track and car parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2019-10-25
View full details - - Land To East Of Montrose House Balmaha
Installation of waste water treatment plant
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2019-07-29
View full details - - Visitors Centre Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Installation of 1no. upstand for electric vehicle charging
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2019-03-26
View full details - - Oak Tree Inn Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Installation of biomass boilers and construction of associated housing unit (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2019-02-13
View full details - - Lomond Bank Main Road Balmaha Glasgow G63 0JQ
Erection of extension to car showroom
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2018-07-24
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A brief summary of Balmaha in Stirling
Balmaha is a picturesque village located on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, within the Stirling council area of Scotland. Its scenic waterfront and proximity to natural attractions make it a notable area for planning applications, particularly for developments related to tourism and outdoor activities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Balmaha a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Balmaha 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 Balmaha
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Balmaha. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 206 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Balmaha may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 206 days, decisions near Balmaha take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Balmaha were full planning applications (5). 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, 4 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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