How long do planning decisions take near Cammachmore?

The average planning decision time near Cammachmore is 70 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 Cammachmore?

The planning approval rate near Cammachmore is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cammachmore?

The most common type of planning application near Cammachmore is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cammachmore?

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Cammachmore, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cammachmore, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Cammachmore are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cammachmore

Cammachmore is a picturesque hamlet located in Aberdeenshire's coastal region near the North Sea, slightly west of the A92 road. The community is traversed by the ancient Causey Mounth, adding historical significance to the area. Nearby landmarks include the historic Elsick House, Gillybrands, Saint Ternan's Church, Muchalls Castle, and the Lairhillock Inn, making it an intriguing location for planning applications related to heritage and development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
LSOA: Stonehaven North - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cammachmore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cammachmore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Cammachmore.

- 14 St Anne's Crescent Newtonhill Aberdeenshire AB39 3WZ
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Site To The South Of Bridge Croft Cammachmore Newtonhill Aberdeenshire
Erection of Landscape Feature Wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-09-04
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A brief summary of Cammachmore in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Cammachmore

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Cammachmore. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cammachmore may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Cammachmore slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Cammachmore were full planning applications (5). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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