How long do planning decisions take near Chapelhall?

The average planning decision time near Chapelhall is 66 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 Chapelhall?

The planning approval rate near Chapelhall is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chapelhall?

The most common type of planning application near Chapelhall is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chapelhall?

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Chapelhall, North Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chapelhall, North Lanarkshire.

North Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Chapelhall are administered by North Lanarkshire Council. View the full North Lanarkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chapelhall

Chapelhall, a village located just outside Airdrie in North Lanarkshire, is rapidly evolving as residential development blurs the lines between it and Airdrie. Originally established as a mining village in the 19th century, it now boasts a population exceeding 7,100. Conveniently situated off the M8 motorway, Chapelhall is approximately 13 miles from Glasgow and 33 miles from Edinburgh, making it well-connected to key towns in Lanarkshire. Additionally, the nearby Eurocentral industrial estate provides significant employment opportunities, further enhancing the area's appeal for prospective planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Airdrie and Shotts
LSOA: Cairnhill - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chapelhall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chapelhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Chapelhall.

26/00836/FUL - 22 Greenlaw Path Chapelhall North Lanarkshire ML6 8WJ
Erect two storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-07-10
- Land South Of Junction Of Lancaster Avenue And Bellside Road Chapelhall
Section 42 Application To Vary Condition 1 (approved drawings) of 22/00378/FUL for Erection of restaurant with drive through (Class 3), petrol filling station (Sui Generis) with ancillary shop (Class
Status: Undecided | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-05-18
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- 54 Galashiels Avenue Chapelhall North Lanarkshire ML6 8XG
Convert Integrated Garage to Domestic Dwelling into Family Room
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Land To West Of 15 Grampian Crescent Chapelhall North Lanarkshire ML6 8BQ
Planning Permission in Principle for a Dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-12-23
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- St Aloysius R C Church Main Street Chapelhall North Lanarkshire ML6 8SF
Proposed external alterations including access ramp and additional entrance for accessibility upgrades
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-09-05
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A brief summary of Chapelhall in North Lanarkshire

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

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Planning Activity in Chapelhall

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Chapelhall. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 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 Chapelhall.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Chapelhall slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Chapelhall were discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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