Bridge of Alford, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bridge of Alford, Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Bridge of Alford are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bridge of Alford
Bridge of Alford is a charming village located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Known for its picturesque scenery and community spirit, it serves as a focal point for local planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and residents alike.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Aberdeenshire
- Parliamentary constituency: West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
- LSOA: Howe of Alford - 07
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bridge of Alford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bridge of Alford.
- 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 Bridge of Alford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
23 planning applications found near Bridge of Alford.
- - Land South East Of Tullynessle And Forbes Hall Tullynessle Alford AB33 8QN
Erection of Dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-06-23
View full details - - Tullynessle & Forbes Hall Tullynessle Alford AB33 8QN
Siting of Shipping Container to house a Generator (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-05-13
View full details - - Plot 2 Land To East Of Tullynessle And Forbes Hall Alford Aberdeenshire
Condition 1a) Layout, Siting, Design and Levels), b) (Vehicular Access, Visibility Splays, Parking and Turning Area), c) (Drainage), d) (Landscaping), e) (Energy Statement), 2 (Visibility Splays), 3 (
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2021-02-19
View full details - - Plot 1 Land To East Of Tullynessle And Forbes Hall Alford Aberdeenshire
Conditions 1a (Layout, Siting, Design including Ground and Finished Floor Levels), 1b (Vehicular Access, Visibility Splays, Parking and Turning Areas), 1c (Foul and Surface Drainage), 1d (Landscaping)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2020-04-27
View full details - - Plot 1 Land To East Of Tullynessle And Forbes Hall Alford Aberdeenshire
Erection of Dwellinghouse and Garage Formation of Access
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2018-06-08
View full details - - Plot 2 Land To East Of Tullynessle And Forbes Hall Alford Aberdeenshire
Erection of Dwellinghouse and Garage Formation of Access
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2018-06-08
View full details - - Dorada Forbes Bridge Of Alford Alford Aberdeenshire AB33 8QL
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2017-08-30
View full details - - Dorada Forbes Bridge Of Alford Alford AB33 8QL
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2013-12-24
View full details - - Plot 1, Land to South of Tullynessle & Forbes Hall Bridge of Alford Alford AB33 8QN
Conditions 3 (Siting, Design, External Appearance, Landscaping, Drainage and Access), 4 (Landscaping), 5 (External Appearance), 6 (Access), 7 (Drainage), 8 (Surface Water), 9 (Energy Statement) and 10
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2013-08-29
View full details - - Plot 2, Land to South of Tullynessle & Forbes Hall Alford AB33 8QN
Erection of Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2013-08-02
View full details - - Plot 1, Land to South of Tullynessle & Forbes Hall Alford AB33 8QN
Erection of Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-12-12
View full details - - Plot 2, Land to South of Tullynessle & Forbes Hall Alford AB33 8QN
Erection of Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-12-05
View full details - - Dunsheil Forbes Bridge Of Alford Alford AB33 8QL
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse and Erection of Detached Garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-05-14
View full details - - Site to South of Warren Bank Bridge of Alford Alford AB33 8QJ
Erection of Cattle Court (No 4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2009-10-14
View full details - - Site to South of Warren Bank Bridge of Alford Alford AB33 8QJ
Erection of Cattle Court (No 3)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2009-10-14
View full details - - Site to South East of Forbes Cottage Bridge of Alford Alford
Erection of Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2008-07-25
View full details - - Dorada Bridge Of Alford Alford AB33 8QL
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2008-07-21
View full details - - Site to South East of Forbes Cottage Bridge Of Alford Alford
Erection of Agricultural Building - Cattle Court No. 1
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2007-08-20
View full details - - Site to South East of Forbes Cottage Bridge Of Alford Alford
Erection of Agricultural Building - Cattle Court No 2
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2007-08-20
View full details - - Tullynessle & Forbes Hall Sluie Road Tullynessle Alford Aberdeenshire AB33 8QL
Extension and Alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2007-02-06
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A brief summary of Bridge of Alford in Aberdeenshire
Bridge of Alford is a charming village located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Known for its picturesque scenery and community spirit, it serves as a focal point for local planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and residents alike.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bridge of Alford a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bridge of Alford 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 Bridge of Alford
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Bridge of Alford. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 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 Bridge of Alford.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Bridge of Alford were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications was submitted.
Nearby Towns
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- Torries planning applications
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