Carsphairn, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Carsphairn, Dumfries and Galloway.
Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Carsphairn are administered by Dumfries And Galloway Council. View the full Dumfries And Galloway Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Carsphairn
Carsphairn is a quaint village situated in the historic county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, positioned along the A713 road between Dalmellington and St John's Town of Dalry. Known for its annual sheep show, the village is flanked by the scenic Cairnsmore of Carsphairn to the northeast and the striking Rhinns of Kells ridge to the west, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications related to rural development and tourism.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
- Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
- LSOA: Glenkens - 01
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Carsphairn.
- 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 Carsphairn based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
20 planning applications found near Carsphairn.
- - Lorg WinLorg Windfarm Approx. 12.3km South West Of Sanquhar And 11km North East Of Carsphairn
DISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 17 OF DEEMED PLANNING PERMISSION 23/0205/S36 (ECU00003283)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - - Lorg WinLorg Windfarm Approx. 12.3km South West Of Sanquhar And 11km North East Of Carsphairn
DISCHARGE OF CONDITIONS 16 (PART 2H) OF DEEMED PLANNING PERMISSION 23/0205/S36 (ECU00003283)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - - Lorg Windfarm Approx. 12.3km South West Of Sanquhar And 11km North East Of Carsphairn
DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 16 OF DEEMED PLANNING PERMISSION 23/0205/S36 (ECU00003283)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - Lorg Windfarm Approx. 12.3km South West Of Sanquhar And 11km North East Of Carsphairn
NON MATERIAL VARIATION REQUEST RELATING TO DEEMED PLANNING PERMISSION 23/0205/S36 (ECU00003283) FOR MOVEMENT OF BORROW PIT LOCATIONS AND NON-MATERIAL TEXT ERROR WITHIN TABLE 2-2 OF THE FEI REPORT
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - - Proposed Shepherds Rig Wind Farm Site Near Carsphairn
CONSULTATION REQUEST FROM SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT IN RELATION TO SCOPING OPINION UNDER THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING (ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT) (SCOTLAND) REGULATIONS 2017 FOR A PROPOSED WINDFARM U
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - Knockgray Carsphairn Castle Douglas DG7 3TF
PRIOR NOTIFICATION FOR FARM RELATED BUILDING WORKS (NON-RESIDENTIAL) - ERECTION OF GENERAL PURPOSE AGRICULTURAL BUILDING
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Carspharirn Castle Douglas DG7 3TF
INSTALLATION OF 1NO. GENERATOR AND ASSOCIATED ANCILLARY DEVELOPMENT
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-08-05
View full details - - Agricultural Field Adjacent To A713 South Of Carsphairn
DISCHARGE OF CONDITION 5 OF PLANNING PERMISSION 19/0938/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-09-25
View full details - - Blackbraes Knowe Carsphairn Castle Douglas DG7 3TR
INSTALLATION OF 1NO. GPS NODE, 2NO. COMBINERS, 2NO. ANTENNAS, 1NO. DBL AND 2NO. DBS PER SECTION (6NO. RRU'S), 2NO. ICD EEE, UPGRADING OF EXISTING CABINET AND ANCILLARY WORKS
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2023-04-12
View full details - - Greystones Bar And Restaurant, Carsphairn, DG7 3TQ
CHANGE OF USE, ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSION TO PUBLIC HOUSE AND RESTAURANT (SUI GENERIS) TO FORM 2 DWELLINGHOUSES (CLASS 9)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2022-11-29
View full details - - BT Telephone Exchange Carsphairn
INSTALLATION OF A SHE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABINET
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2022-03-10
View full details - - SHE Cabinet A713 O/s BT Telephone Exchange A713 Carsphairn
INSTALLATION OF SHE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABINET
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2021-09-30
View full details - - TNADGGO A713 O/s BT Telephone Exchange A713 Carsphairn
INSTALLATION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABINET
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2021-09-30
View full details - - Book & Boot Carsphairn Dumfries And Galloway DG7 3TQ
REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING SLATES WITH TILES
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2021-03-22
View full details - - Former Scottish Water Tank North Liggate Carsphairn
ERECTION OF HUT AND INSTALLATION OF SEPTIC TANK AND SOAKAWAY
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2019-09-06
View full details - - Agricultural Field Adjacent To A713 South Of Carsphairn
FORMATION OF LAYDOWN AREA TO FACILITATE THE CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND DECOMMISSIONING OF WINDY RIG WIND FARM
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2019-06-07
View full details - - BT Exchange Carsphairn
ERECTION OF 12 METRE HIGH STREETWORKS POLE, INSTALLATION OF 3 ANTENNAS AND 1 EQUIPMENT CABINET AND ASSOCIATED WORKS
Status: Permitted | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2019-06-04
View full details - - Greystones Bar And Restaurant Carsphairn Castle Douglas
ALTERATIONS AND CHANGE OF USE OF RESTAURANT/BAR TO FORM TWO DWELLINGHOUSES
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2019-03-06
View full details - - Carsphairn Shop And Tea Rooms Carsphairn DG7 3TQ
PLANNING CERTIFICATE APPLICATION FOR PREMISES LICENCE
Status: Permitted | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2017-08-02
View full details - - North Of North Liggat Carsphairn Castle Douglas
ERECTION OF 15 METRE HIGH TELECOMMUNICATIONS MAST, INSTALLATION OF 4 ANTENNAS, 2 TRANSMISSION DISHES, 4 GROUND BASED EQUIPMENT CABINETS AND ASSOCIATED WORKS
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2016-09-30
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A brief summary of Carsphairn in Dumfries and Galloway
Carsphairn is a quaint village situated in the historic county of Kirkcudbrightshire, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, positioned along the A713 road between Dalmellington and St John's Town of Dalry. Known for its annual sheep show, the village is flanked by the scenic Cairnsmore of Carsphairn to the northeast and the striking Rhinns of Kells ridge to the west, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications related to rural development and tourism.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Carsphairn a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Carsphairn 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 Carsphairn
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Carsphairn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Carsphairn may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Carsphairn were discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3).
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Hawkrigg planning applications
- Dundeugh planning applications
- Kendoon planning applications
- St John's Town of Dalry planning applications
- Bellsbank planning applications
- Dalmellington planning applications
- Burnton planning applications
- Corriedoo planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.