Bunessan, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bunessan, Argyll and Bute.
Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Bunessan are administered by Argyll And Bute Council. View the full Argyll And Bute Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bunessan
Bunessan is a quaint village located on the Ross of Mull peninsula in the south-west of the Isle of Mull, Scotland. Nestled at the head of a cove at the southern end of Loch na Làthaich, it lies along the A849 road within the parish of Kilfinichen and Kilvickeon. The village, whose name translates to "bottom of the waterfall," is situated at OS grid reference NM382217, making it an interesting area for planning applications in a scenic coastal setting.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Argyll and Bute
- Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- LSOA: Mull, Iona, Coll and Tiree - 04
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bunessan.
- 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 Bunessan based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
55 planning applications found near Bunessan.
- - Plot 3 Fountainhead Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse and installation of shared access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - Land Adjacent To Penmeller House Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of flatted development comprising 12 self catering units
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-01-13
View full details - - 5 The Flats Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DG
Change of use of common area/office to form 1 bedroom flat
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-10-17
View full details - - Plot 2 Land North Of Fountainhead Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Non Material Amendment relative to Planning Permission 23/01554/PP Erection of dwellinghouse and installation of shared access - Change from a slate roof to a box profile tin roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-09-19
View full details - - Mull Of Ross Historical Centre Millbrae Cottage Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DG
Replacement of decayed timber lintel over the main double doorway and side entrance. Removal of saplings from the walls and selective deep consolidation of stone masonry to ensure its stability and pr
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-03-11
View full details - - Studio Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DP
Change of use of church to form music studio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-02-05
View full details - - Plot 2 Land North Of Fountainhead Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse and installation of shared access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2023-08-07
View full details - - Burnside Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DP
Removal of existing conservatory and erection of replacement single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2023-04-03
View full details - - Plots North Of Fountainhead Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Site for the erection of residential development
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2022-07-22
View full details - - Land West Of Failte Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of detached Class 1 shop with Class 3 cafe and installation of sewage treatment plant
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2021-03-11
View full details - - Units 4 6 And 7 The Square Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Non material amendment to 17/03158/PP - Remove current store room doors and replace with new upvc glazed screen and entrance door with open sided pitched roof canopy, alteration to fenestrations, prop
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2019-03-15
View full details - - South Bunessan Wood Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Felling licence
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2019-01-07
View full details - - Land South East Of Argyll Arms Hotel Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Non Material Amendment to 17/03158/PP - Roof level/height to remain as existing, 2 no sun tubes added to NE elevation, 2 no velux rooflights added to SE elevation, Omit proposed entrance porch, Living
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2018-08-29
View full details - - Steadings North East Of Sheepknowe House Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse, installation of ground mounted solar array and conversion of existing steading for use as a domestic store/workshop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2018-03-07
View full details - - Plot 1 Fountainhead Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse with associated decking, car parking and siting of portable building for use as a domestic store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-12-08
View full details - - Land South East Of Argyll Arms Hotel Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Alterations and change of use of store/workshop to form holiday accommodation including demolition of timber storage shed and erection of detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-12-06
View full details - - Steadings North East Of Sheepknowe House Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse, installation of ground mounted solar array and conversion of existing steading for use as a domestic store/workshop
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-10-20
View full details - - Steadings North East Of Sheepknowe House Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Change of use and extension to existing steading to form dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2016-09-07
View full details - - Mill Cottage Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DG
Certificate of lawfulness (existing) Established use as a dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2016-09-07
View full details - - Steadings North East Of Sheepknowe House Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Change of use and extension to existing steading to form dwellinghouse
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2016-01-21
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A brief summary of Bunessan in Argyll and Bute
Bunessan is a quaint village located on the Ross of Mull peninsula in the south-west of the Isle of Mull, Scotland. Nestled at the head of a cove at the southern end of Loch na Làthaich, it lies along the A849 road within the parish of Kilfinichen and Kilvickeon. The village, whose name translates to "bottom of the waterfall," is situated at OS grid reference NM382217, making it an interesting area for planning applications in a scenic coastal setting.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bunessan a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bunessan 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 Bunessan
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Bunessan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bunessan may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Bunessan slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bunessan were full planning applications (4), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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