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Planning in California

Approved
88%
15 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of California in the last 24 months, from Falkirk Council's planning register.

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Postcode districts

FK1 92 applications in the last 12 monthsFK2 107 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Falkirk Council

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About California

California is a former pit village located in the Falkirk council area of Scotland, nestled between Shieldhill and Avonbridge. Situated on the uplands that mark the southern edge of the region, this village may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, reflecting its industrial heritage and surrounding landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 790 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Falkirk district.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, California 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 California, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near California. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near California?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near California. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near California?
The average planning decision time near California is 59 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 California?
The planning approval rate near California is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near California?
The most common type of planning application near California is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near California?
You can search and track planning applications near California on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.