Carfrae, East Lothian Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Carfrae, East Lothian.
East Lothian · Scotland · settlement
About Carfrae
Carfrae, located in East Lothian, is a small area known for its historical connections and notable figures. Among them are John Alexander Carfrae, a Scottish architect whose work contributed to the region's architectural heritage, and Mirinda Carfrae, an accomplished Australian triathlete. This quaint locale may be of interest to those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to its historical significance and community development.
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Lothian
- Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
- LSOA: Haddington North - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Carfrae.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Carfrae.
- 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 Carfrae based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Carfrae.
- - Land To The East Of Carfrae Farmhouse Gifford East Lothian
Change of use of open space and erection of 2 no. glamping pods with associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-04-04
View full details - - Carfrae Farm Gifford Haddington East Lothian EH41 4LP
Alterations and change of use of agricultural building to form a farm shop (Class 1) and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2022-08-09
View full details - - Carfrae Farm Gifford Haddington EH41 4LP
Prior notification - conversion of farm building to farm shop
Type: Other | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2022-07-07
View full details - - Carfrae Farmhouse Gifford EH41 4LP
Installation of biomass boiler flue (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2020-12-02
View full details - - 4 Carfrae Cottages Gifford Haddington East Lothian EH41 4LP
Formation of pitched roof to porch and formation of dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2020-05-20
View full details - - Carfrae Farm Haddington East Lothian EH41 4LP
Variation of condition 6 of Planning permission 10/00658/P to remove the requirement for the wind turbine to be a dark colour
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2012-08-08
View full details - - Little Carfrae Carfrae Farm (nr Gifford) Haddington East Lothian EH41 4LP
Extension to house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2011-10-21
View full details - - Carfrae Farmhouse Gifford Haddington East Lothian EH41 4LP
Erection of 1 wind turbine
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2010-08-04
View full details - - 1-2 Garvald Mains Cottages Garvald East Lothian EH41 4LP
Extension to house including flue
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2010-06-10
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A brief summary of Carfrae in East Lothian
Carfrae, located in East Lothian, is a small area known for its historical connections and notable figures. Among them are John Alexander Carfrae, a Scottish architect whose work contributed to the region's architectural heritage, and Mirinda Carfrae, an accomplished Australian triathlete. This quaint locale may be of interest to those researching planning applications, particularly in relation to its historical significance and community development.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Carfrae a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carfrae 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.
Planning Activity in Carfrae
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Carfrae. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Carfrae may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Carfrae slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Carfrae were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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