How long do planning decisions take near Burnhead?

The average planning decision time near Burnhead is 306 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Burnhead?

The planning approval rate near Burnhead is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burnhead?

The most common type of planning application near Burnhead is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burnhead?

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Burnhead, South Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burnhead, South Ayrshire.

South Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Burnhead are administered by South Ayrshire Council. View the full South Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
LSOA: Carrick South - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burnhead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Burnhead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Burnhead.

- Killochan Castle B741 From A77T Junction At Bridge Mill Girvan To Main Street Dailly Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Alterations to listed building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2023-05-25
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- Killochan Castle B741 From A77T Junction At Bridge Mill Girvan To Main Street Dailly Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Alterations to existing listed building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2023-01-24
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- Killochan Castle B741 From A77T Junction At Bridge Mill Girvan To Main Street Dailly Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Alterations and change of use of former stables to form holiday accommodation ancillary to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2023-01-24
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- Killochan Castle B741 From A77T Junction At Bridge Mill Girvan To Main Street Dailly Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Erection of pavilion
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2023-01-20
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- Cairnhill Farm Old Dailly South Ayrshire KA26 9RE
Installation of roof mounted solar panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2022-05-12
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- Killochan Castle Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Erection of wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2014-08-14
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- Killochan Castle B741 Junction Of A77T At Bridge Mill - Main Street Dailly Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2014-06-10
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- Pheasant Cottage Girvan South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2010-04-08
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- Burnhead B741 Junction Of A77(T) At Bridge Mill - Main Street Dailly South Ayrshire KA26 9QE
Change of use, alterations and extension to redundant farm buildings to form 2 dwellinghouses
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2007-01-31
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- Burnhead B741 Junction Of A77(T) At Bridge Mill - Main Street Dailly South Ayrshire KA26 9QE
Change of use and alterations of redundant farm buildings to form dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2007-01-30
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- Land At Burnhead Farm B741 Junction Of A77(T) At Bridge Mill - Main Street Dailly South Ayrshire KA26 9QE
Change of use of farm buildings to form 4 dwellinghouses
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2005-09-02
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- Killochan Station Land To East Of Woodlands Main Street Dailly South Ayrshire KA26 9QF
Erection of dwellinghouse and garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2004-03-30
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- Land At Killochan B741 Junction Of A77(T) At Bridge Mill - Main Street Dailly South Ayrshire KA26 9QE
Erection of dwellinghouse and garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2000-04-26
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A brief summary of Burnhead in South Ayrshire

Burnhead is a settlement located in South Ayrshire, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Burnhead. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 306 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 Burnhead.

With an average of 306 days, decisions near Burnhead take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 11-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Burnhead were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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