How long do planning decisions take near Borness?

The average planning decision time near Borness is 38 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 Borness?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Borness?

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

How can I track planning applications near Borness?

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Borness, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Borness, Dumfries and Galloway.

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Planning applications in Borness are administered by Dumfries And Galloway Council. View the full Dumfries And Galloway Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Borness

Borness is a 1,550-acre farm located on the coast of Borgue Parish in Kirkcudbrightshire, Dumfries and Galloway. This area features several cottages indicative of a traditional 'fermtoun' community, where families lived and worked alongside the farm's agricultural operations. Historically, the 1881 Census recorded a farmhouse, multiple cottages housing families, and a workforce of 14 men, 6 women, and 2 boys, all contributing to the farm's activities. With stunning views overlooking Wigtown Bay and the Solway Firth, Borness is a notable location for planning applications related to rural development and agricultural use.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Kirkcudbright - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Borness.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Borness based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Borness in Dumfries and Galloway

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Borness includes 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Borness

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Borness. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Borness were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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