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Planning in Busby

Approved
79%
22 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Busby in the last 24 months, from East Renfrewshire Council's planning register.

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About Busby

Busby is a village located in East Renfrewshire, Scotland, positioned within the Greater Glasgow urban area yet administratively distinct from Glasgow itself. Situated on the banks of the White Cart Water, it lies six miles south of Glasgow city centre and just three-quarters of a mile northwest of East Kilbride's outskirts. The village is closely linked to the nearby town of Clarkston, making it an integral part of the local community and planning considerations in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Busby 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 Busby 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, Busby 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 Busby, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Busby. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), advertising consent (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Busby?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Busby. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Busby?
The average planning decision time near Busby is 48 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 Busby?
The planning approval rate near Busby is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Busby?
The most common type of planning application near Busby is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Busby?
You can search and track planning applications near Busby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.