How long do planning decisions take near Banavie?

The average planning decision time near Banavie is 22 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 Banavie?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Banavie?

The most common type of planning application near Banavie is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Banavie?

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Banavie, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Banavie, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

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About Banavie

Banavie is a quaint settlement located approximately 4 kilometres northeast of Fort William in the Highland Council Area of Scotland. Situated near the base of Ben Nevis, it lies adjacent to the villages of Caol and Corpach, making it a prime area for those interested in planning applications related to residential and commercial developments in the picturesque Scottish Highlands.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Fort William North - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Banavie.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Banavie based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Banavie.

- Land 10M NE Of Salen Banavie Fort William
Demolition of existing garage and outbuildings and erection of house (amended proposal 26/00059/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Land 20M SE Of Greshornish Banavie Fort William
Erection of pod (short term letting unit)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Banavie in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Banavie

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Banavie. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Banavie were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% 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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