Search Balvicar planning applications
4 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Balvicar · updated daily · Argyll and Bute Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Taigh A Challtainn Balvicar Isle Of Seil Argyll And Bute PA34 4RAAwaiting decisionNon Material Amendment to Planning Permission 25/00724/PP -(Erection of dwellinghouse, detached garage, formation of vehicular access and installation of sewage treatment plant) - reduction in the size of the building proportionally.App.for Non Material Amendment (sec 64)Received 9 Jun 202626/00975/NMA
- Balvicar Farm Balvicar Isle Of Seil Argyll And Bute PA34 4TEAwaiting decisionRenewal of planning permission in principle reference 23/00434/PPP (Site for the erection of a dwellinghouse and associated works)Planning Permission in PrincipleReceived 21 Apr 202626/00671/PPP
- Tulach-Ard Balvicar Isle Of Seil Argyll And Bute PA34 4TFWithdrawnSiting of shepherds hut and use for short term letting (retrospective)Planning PermissionReceived 11 Jul 2025Decided 27 Aug 202525/01165/PP
- Balvicar Beag Balvicar Isle Of Seil Argyll And Bute PA34 4TEApprovedCertificate of lawfulness (existing) - Siting of caravan for short term letsApp.for Cert.of Law Use/Dev.(Existing).Received 8 Apr 2024Decided 31 Jul 202424/00649/CLAWU
Planning in Balvicar
No decisions near Balvicar in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Balvicar in the last 24 months, from Argyll and Bute Council's planning register.
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PA34 72 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Argyll and Bute Council
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About Balvicar
Balvicar is a picturesque village located on the island of Seil, just seven miles southwest of Oban in Scotland. Once a thriving slate-mining community that dates back to the 16th century, Balvicar, alongside its neighbouring villages Ellenabeich and Clachan-Seil, transitioned away from mining after operations dwindled in the 1940s and 60s. This historical background can be an important consideration for those researching planning applications in the area.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Balvicar 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 Balvicar 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, Balvicar 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.
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In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Balvicar.
The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1).