How long do planning decisions take near Banff?

The average planning decision time near Banff is 93 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 Banff?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Banff?

The most common type of planning application near Banff is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Banff?

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Banff, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Banff, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · Town

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About Banff

Banff is a town located in the Banff and Buchan area of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, positioned on the scenic Banff Bay and directly opposite the town of Macduff across the River Deveron estuary. As a former royal burgh, Banff serves as the historic county town of Banffshire, making it a significant location for planning applications within the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
LSOA: Gardenstown and King Edward - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Banff.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Banff based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Banff.

- Former Kingswell Nursery Seafield Street Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 1ED
Alterations, Extension and Change of Use of Nursery (Class 10) to Dwellinghouse (Class 9)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-05-05
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- 3 Fife Street Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 1JB
Installation of Replacement Windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Bryvard Seafield Street Banff AB45 1EB
Change of Use from Guest House (Class 7) and Restaurant (Class 3) to form Residential Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-10-01
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- Outbuilding At 1 Strait Path Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 1AD
Alterations to Former Bakery Building to Form Residential Holiday Let, Installation of Wood Burning Stove and Associated Flue
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-06-06
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- Victoria Filling Station Boyndie Road Banff AB45 2JD
Alterations and Extension of Service Station to Include Retail (Class 1) (Retrospective) Amended Design to Planning Permission Reference APP/2020/1227
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-12-11
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- 14 Elmbank Castle Street Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 1DL
Alterations and Change of Use of Office (Class 1a) and Flat to 3 Flats
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-26
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- 14 Elmbank Castle Street Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 1DL
Internal Alterations and Installation of 3 Velux Windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-26
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- Banff Castle Castle Street Banff AB45 1DL
Internal Alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-25
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- 66 North Castle Street Banff AB45 1HX
Installation of Replacement Windows
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-01
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A brief summary of Banff in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Banff

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Banff. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

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

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Banff take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Banff were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (5), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 9 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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