How long do planning decisions take near Cleghorn?

The average planning decision time near Cleghorn is 85 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 Cleghorn?

The planning approval rate near Cleghorn is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cleghorn?

The most common type of planning application near Cleghorn is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cleghorn?

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Cleghorn, South Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cleghorn, South Lanarkshire.

South Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

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

About Cleghorn

Cleghorn is a small village located approximately 2.25 miles (3.6 km) northeast of Lanark in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, with a close-knit community of around 250-300 residents and fewer than 50 houses. The village falls within the catchment area for Lanark Grammar School, making it an attractive option for families considering planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: South Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hamilton and Clyde Valley
LSOA: Strathaven West, Chapelton, Drumclog and Sandford - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cleghorn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cleghorn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Cleghorn in South Lanarkshire

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

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Planning Activity in Cleghorn

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Cleghorn. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

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

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Cleghorn 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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