How long do planning decisions take near Caol Ila?

The average planning decision time near Caol Ila is 41 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 Caol Ila?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Caol Ila?

The most common type of planning application near Caol Ila is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Caol Ila?

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Caol Ila, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Caol Ila, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

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About Caol Ila

Caol Ila distillery, located near Port Askaig on the Isle of Islay in Argyll and Bute, is renowned for its Scotch whisky production. Owned by Diageo, this distillery is a key player in the local economy and may be relevant for planning applications related to tourism, hospitality, and local development in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Argyll and Bute
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Whisky Isles - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Caol Ila.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Caol Ila based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Caol Ila.

- Gate Lodge Dunlossit Port Askaig Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute PA46 7RE
Change of use from residential building to office building, erection of canopy and formation of 4 additional parking spaces
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-05-07
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- Land South Of Gumtree Cottage Caol Ila Isle Of Islay Argyll And Bute
Site for the erection of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-11-08
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A brief summary of Caol Ila in Argyll and Bute

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

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Planning Activity in Caol Ila

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Caol Ila. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Caol Ila were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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