How long do planning decisions take near Caolas?

The average planning decision time near Caolas is 61 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 Caolas?

The planning approval rate near Caolas is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Caolas?

The most common type of planning application near Caolas is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Caolas?

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Caolas, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Caolas, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Caolas are administered by Argyll And Bute Council. View the full Argyll And Bute Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Caolas

Caolas is a small settlement located on the island of Vatersay in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, and serves as the westernmost settlement in the country. Situated within the parish of Barra, this unique locale offers a distinctive perspective for those researching planning applications in a remote and historically rich area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Argyll and Bute
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Mull, Iona, Coll and Tiree - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Caolas.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Caolas based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Caolas in Argyll and Bute

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

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Planning Activity in Caolas

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Caolas. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Caolas.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Caolas slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Caolas were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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