Bridge of Earn, Perth and Kinross Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bridge of Earn, Perth and Kinross.
Perth and Kinross · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Bridge of Earn are administered by Perth And Kinross Council. View the full Perth And Kinross Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bridge of Earn
Bridge of Earn, commonly known as 'Brig', is a historic village located in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, situated on the south bank of the River Earn. The village is notable for its medieval sandstone bridge, which dates back to at least the early 14th century and was an important crossing point on the route between Edinburgh and Perth. While much of the bridge's stonework was demolished in the 1970s due to safety concerns, the village still features some of its oldest houses along the road leading south, including several with 18th-century datestones. This rich history may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, particularly regarding preservation and development.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Perth and Kinross
- Parliamentary constituency: Perth and Kinross-shire
- LSOA: Gannochy and Walnut Grove - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bridge of Earn.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bridge of Earn.
- 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 Earn based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Bridge of Earn.
- - Former Moncreiffe Care Home Main Street Bridge Of Earn Perth PH2 9PJ
Erection of 42 flats and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Cargill Autos Main Street Bridge Of Earn Perth PH2 9PJ
Change of use from vehicle sales forecourt to petrol filling station, formation of wash bay, installation of communications cabinet and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Earnmhor Main Street Bridge Of Earn Perth PH2 9PN
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse and installation of raised deck
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - Sealsbridge House Back Street Bridge Of Earn Perth PH2 9AE
Erection of link extension between outbuilding and dwellinghouse to form extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Perth | Date: 2023-09-02
View full details - - Sealsbridge House Back Street Bridge Of Earn Perth PH2 9AE
Erection of link extension between outbuilding and dwellinghouse to form extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2023-09-02
View full details - - Dunbarney Parish Church Manse Road Bridge Of Earn
Alterations and installation of air source heat pump
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Perth | Date: 2023-04-01
View full details - - Co-op Food Main Street Bridge Of Earn Perth PH2 9PJ
Installation of reverse vending machine
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Bridge of Earn in Perth and Kinross
Bridge of Earn, commonly known as 'Brig', is a historic village located in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, situated on the south bank of the River Earn. The village is notable for its medieval sandstone bridge, which dates back to at least the early 14th century and was an important crossing point on the route between Edinburgh and Perth. While much of the bridge's stonework was demolished in the 1970s due to safety concerns, the village still features some of its oldest houses along the road leading south, including several with 18th-century datestones. This rich history may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, particularly regarding preservation and development.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bridge of Earn a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bridge of Earn 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 Earn
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Bridge of Earn. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Bridge of Earn.
The average decision period of 81 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 Earn were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.
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