Bowmore/Bogh Mòr, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr, Argyll and Bute.

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Area Information

• Admin district: Argyll and Bute
• Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
• LSOA: Whisky Isles - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr.

• 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 Bowmore/Bogh Mòr based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr.

1. - Bowmore Transmitting Station Cruach Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute
   Installation of 3x replacement antennas and ancillary radio equipment at existing mast
   Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-04-16
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2. - Lochside Hotel Shore Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA43 7LB
   Alterations to restaurant including demolition of existing conservatory, erection of replacement extension and formation of new external terrace
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-03-10
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3. - Tourist Information Centre School Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA43 7JP
   Alterations to existing shopfront
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-02-04
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4. - Former Bank Of Scotland Building Shore Street Bowmore Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA43 7LB
   Partial change of use, alterations and conversion of former bank building to form short term holiday let flat on ground floor and refurbishments to create 2x offices on first floor
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-12-03
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A brief summary of Bowmore/Bogh Mòr in Argyll and Bute

Bowmore/Bogh Mòr is a settlement located in Argyll and Bute, Scotland.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bowmore/Bogh Mòr 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.

Planning Activity in Bowmore/Bogh Mòr

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr.

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

The most common application types near Bowmore/Bogh Mòr were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 70% 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, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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Related Planning Guides

• What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
• What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
• How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.