How long do planning decisions take near Balmore?

The average planning decision time near Balmore is 183 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Balmore?

The most common type of planning application near Balmore is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Balmore?

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Balmore, East Dunbartonshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Balmore, East Dunbartonshire.

East Dunbartonshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Balmore are administered by East Dunbartonshire Council. View the full East Dunbartonshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Balmore

Balmore is a quaint village in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, situated just 1 km west of Torrance and 5 km east of Milngavie. Once part of Stirlingshire, this small community offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to larger towns, making it an interesting location for planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 200

District: East Dunbartonshire

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Area Information

Admin district: East Dunbartonshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Dunbartonshire
LSOA: Bishopbriggs West and Cadder - 07

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Balmore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Balmore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Balmore.

- 3 Patersons Laun Balmore Torrance East Dunbartonshire G64 4AN
Single storey rear extension and 2.4 metre section of timber fence screening along part of the North East boundary
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Dunbartonshire | Date: 2024-10-11
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A brief summary of Balmore in East Dunbartonshire

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

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Planning Activity in Balmore

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Balmore. The average decision time was 183 days.

With an average of 183 days, decisions near Balmore 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 Balmore were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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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