How long do planning decisions take near Broom?

The average planning decision time near Broom is 73 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broom?

The most common type of planning application near Broom is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broom?

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Broom, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broom, Fife.

Fife · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Broom are administered by Fife Council. View the full Fife Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Broom

Broom, located in Fife, Scotland, is a small village that serves as a hub for local planning applications and community development. With its charming residential areas and proximity to larger towns, Broom offers potential for new housing projects and infrastructure improvements. Those interested in planning initiatives will find a collaborative environment and opportunities for growth in this quaint Scottish locale.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: Bonnybank and Montrave

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Broom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Broom.

- St Agathas R C Primary Park Drive Leven Fife KY8 5BL
Installation of air source heat pumps and associated plant
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-07-18
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- Werdna 57 Glenlyon Road Leven Fife KY8 4AB
Erection of double domestic garage (Non-Material Variation to 23/03259/FULL for changes to finishing materials)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Broom in Fife

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broom 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 Broom

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Broom. The average decision time was 73 days.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Broom were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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