How long do planning decisions take near Clachan (IV51)?

The average planning decision time near Clachan (IV51) is 73 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 Clachan (IV51)?

The planning approval rate near Clachan (IV51) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Clachan (IV51)?

The most common type of planning application near Clachan (IV51) is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clachan (IV51)?

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Clachan (IV51), Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clachan (IV51), Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Clachan (IV51) are administered by Highland Council. View the full Highland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Clachan (IV51)

Clachan, located in the Highland region of Scotland, is characterized as a small settlement or hamlet, often resembling a village without formal structures like a church or post office. Many of these settlements date back to medieval times or earlier, typically consisting of clusters of single-storey cottages inhabited by farmers and fishermen, often situated on less fertile land. Understanding the historical context and development of Clachan can be essential for those researching planning applications in this area, especially in regard to land use and community development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Skye North West - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clachan (IV51).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clachan (IV51).

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 Clachan (IV51) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Clachan (IV51).

- Land 185M North Of Creagan Ban 4 Clachan Staffin Isle Of Skye
Erection of house
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-06-25
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A brief summary of Clachan (IV51) in Highland

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Clachan (IV51) a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Clachan (IV51)

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Clachan (IV51). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Clachan (IV51) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Clachan (IV51) were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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