Search Big Sand planning applications
3 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Big Sand · updated daily · Highland Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Shore House Big Sand Gairloch IV21 2DDApprovedErection of extension to houseReceived 21 Dec 2025Decided 10 Feb 202625/04894/FUL
- Camus Mor Big Sand Gairloch IV21 2DDApprovedErection of extensionFull ApplicationReceived 31 Oct 2025Decided 17 Dec 202525/04136/FUL
- Land 30M NW Of Sannda Mhor 12A Big Sand GairlochApprovedErection of agricultural buildingPrior Notifications - othersReceived 15 Oct 2025Decided 28 Nov 202525/03923/PNO
Planning in Big Sand
Only 3 decisions near Big Sand in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Big Sand in the last 24 months, from Highland Council's planning register.
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Around Big Sand
Postcode districts
IV21 9 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
Nearby towns and villages
Planning authority: Highland Council
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About Big Sand
Big Sand is a picturesque crofting village located on the shores of Gair Loch in Highland, Scotland, approximately 3.5 miles from Gairloch village. Known for its stunning, unspoiled beach, this remote area offers scenic views, including the nearby uninhabited Longa Island, making it an appealing site for potential planning applications in a tranquil coastal setting.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Big Sand 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, Big Sand 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 Big Sand, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Big Sand.
The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).