Search Balnain planning applications
3 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Balnain · updated daily · Highland Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Land 225M North Of Stoneyfield Balnain DrumnadrochitAwaiting decisionErection of house and shedReceived 15 May 202626/01510/FUL
- Land 60M NW Of Plodda Lochletter Lodges Balnain DrumnadrochitApprovedErection of house (renewal of 22/04070/FUL)Received 5 Nov 2025Decided 12 Mar 202625/04194/FUL
- Forestry Commision Office Balnain Drumnadrochit Inverness IV63 6TJAwaiting decisionSiting of container style workshop, containers, installation of heat pump and alterations to existing cabin buildings.Full ApplicationReceived 7 Sep 202424/03842/FUL
Planning in Balnain
Only 1 decision near Balnain in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Balnain in the last 24 months, from Highland Council's planning register.
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Around Balnain
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IV63 22 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Highland Council
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About Balnain
Balnain is a picturesque village located in Glen Urquhart, Scotland, approximately 5 miles west of Drumnadrochit. Primarily reliant on tourism, forestry, agriculture, and farming, Balnain features a history of development that began in the 1870s, with minor expansions in the 1900s, 1960s, and 1970s. Set at an elevation of 123.6 meters above sea level, it offers opportunities for planning applications related to its rural economy and community development.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Balnain area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Balnain a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Balnain 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Balnain, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Balnain.