How long do planning decisions take near Bogach?

The average planning decision time near Bogach is 68 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 Bogach?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bogach?

The most common type of planning application near Bogach is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bogach?

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Bogach, Na h-Eileanan an Iar Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bogach, Na h-Eileanan an Iar.

Na h-Eileanan an Iar · Scotland · settlement

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About Bogach

Bogach is a small village located on the island of Barra in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Nestled within the parish of Barra, it features eight crofts along a narrow strip of land that connects the north coast to the south, effectively separating the main island at Bagherivagh from the Bruairnis peninsula. Its position along a minor road linked to the A888 makes it a unique area for planning applications, offering potential for development while maintaining its rural charm.

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Area Information

Admin district: Na h-Eileanan Siar
Parliamentary constituency: Na h-Eileanan an Iar
LSOA: North Barra

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bogach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bogach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Bogach.

- 244A Bruernish Northbay Isle Of Barra
Erection of a dwelling, new access, parking, drainage and associated services
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2024-05-21
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- 5 Bogach Northbay Isle Of Barra HS9 5UX
Extend house. Erect garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2023-01-13
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- Grianan 242 Lower Bruernish Bruernish Northbay Isle Of Barra HS9 5UY
Install dormer windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2020-06-24
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- Telecommunications Mast Bruernish Northbay Isle Of Barra
Replacement of existing antenna and additional antenna
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2019-08-06
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- Agricultural Building 6 Bogach Northbay Isle Of Barra
Prior Notification for Farm-related Building Works (Non-residential).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2018-08-13
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- Broadband Cabinet Bruernish Northbay Isle Of Barra
Installation of broadband cabinet (NORTHBAY PCP001)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2016-04-06
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- 242 Lower Bruernish Bruernish Northbay Isle Of Barra
Erect house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2014-11-26
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- 8 Bogach Northbay Isle Of Barra HS9 5UX
Erect agricultural shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2012-07-04
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- Telecommunications Mast Bruernish Northbay Isle Of Barra
Installation of ground based 1.5m dish antenna & re-alignment of panel antenna
Status: Conditions | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2009-10-30
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- Cattle Grid And Bypass Bogach Northbay Isle Of Barra
Install cattlegrid and by-pass on public road at boundary between Bruernish and Bogach township
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2009-10-13
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A brief summary of Bogach in Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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

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Planning Activity in Bogach

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bogach. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

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

At 68 days on average, decisions near Bogach slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bogach were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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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