How long do planning decisions take near Braehead?

The average planning decision time near Braehead is 40 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 Braehead?

The planning approval rate near Braehead is 38%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Braehead?

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

How can I track planning applications near Braehead?

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Braehead, Stirling Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Braehead, Stirling.

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About Braehead

Braehead is a prominent commercial development situated on the former site of Braehead Power Station in Renfrew, Renfrewshire, along the south bank of the River Clyde. The area is especially recognized for its expansive shopping centre, arena, and various leisure facilities, making it a significant location for planning applications related to retail and entertainment development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stirling
Parliamentary constituency: Stirling and Strathallan
LSOA: Plean and Rural SE - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Braehead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Braehead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Braehead.

- Arnold Clark Volvo/Mitsubishi Kerse Road Stirling FK7 7RX
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Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-01-15
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A brief summary of Braehead in Stirling

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

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Planning Activity in Braehead

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Braehead. Of these, 38% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 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 Braehead.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Braehead were tree works (8), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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