Search Burghead planning applications
5 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Burghead · updated daily · Moray Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Greendale St Aethans Road Burghead Elgin Moray IV30 5YRAwaiting decisionAlter and extend dwellinghouse atReceived 20 Jul 202626/00795/APP
- 12 Firth View Burghead Elgin Moray IV30 5YWAwaiting decisionErect a 6ft fence to front of property atReceived 13 May 202626/00573/APP
- The Slappy Burghead MorayApprovedErect a timber shelter on a concrete base and install outdoor shower next to the esplanade atApplication for Planning PermissionReceived 9 Feb 2026Decided 27 Apr 202626/00169/APP
- Carn Liath Bridge Street Burghead Elgin IV30 5YXApprovedErect replacement sun lounge atApplication for Planning PermissionReceived 25 Apr 2025Decided 31 Jul 202525/00455/APP
- 39 Forteath Street Burghead MorayApprovedProposed dwellinghouse with integral garage on gap sitePlanning Permission in PrincipleReceived 2 Mar 2023Decided 22 Jun 202323/00366/PPP
Planning in Burghead
Only 3 decisions near Burghead in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burghead in the last 24 months, from Moray Council's planning register.
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Around Burghead
Postcode districts
IV30 152 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Moray Council
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About Burghead
Burghead is a quaint town located in Moray, Scotland, approximately 8 miles (13 km) north-west of Elgin. Situated on a peninsula that juts into the Moray Firth, the town is surrounded by water on three sides, offering a unique coastal environment. The local residents, known as Brochers, contribute to the town's distinct community character, making Burghead an interesting area for planning applications and developments.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burghead area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Burghead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burghead 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Burghead, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Burghead.
The most common types were full planning applications (3).