Search Closeburn planning applications
4 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Closeburn · updated daily · Dumfries and Galloway Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Field End Shawsholm Road Closeburn Dumfries DG3 5HUApprovedERECTION OF 2 DWELLINGHOUSES (CLASS 9) AND FORMATION OF VEHICULAR ACCESS (APPROVAL OF MATTERS SPECIFIED IN CONDITIONS 2 (LAYOUT), 3 (DESIGN), 4 (EXTERNAL APPEARANCE) AND 5 (LANDSCAPING) OF PLANNING PERMISSION IN PRINCIPLE 25/0653/PIP)Received 23 Dec 2025Decided 18 Feb 202625/2323/ARC
- Land To West Of Firmuir Avenue CloseburnApprovedERECTION OF 4 DWELLINGHOUSES, HOME WORKING SPACE AND VISITOR BEDROOM, FORMATION OF ACCESS AND PARKING, LANDSCAPING AND ASSOCIATED WORKSReceived 15 Dec 2025Decided 25 Jun 202625/2227/FUL
- Field End Shawsholm Road Closeburn DG3 5HUAwaiting decisionERECTION OF 2 DWELLINGHOUSES (CLASS 9) AND FORMATION OF VEHICULAR ACCESSPlanning Permission in PrincipleReceived 2 Apr 202525/0653/PIP
- Shawsmuir Farm Thornhill DG3 5JFApprovedERECTION OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDINGFull ApplicationReceived 3 Oct 2024Decided 5 Dec 202424/2071/FUL
Planning in Closeburn
Only 2 decisions near Closeburn in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Closeburn in the last 24 months, from Dumfries and Galloway Council's planning register.
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Around Closeburn
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DG3 70 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Dumfries and Galloway Council
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About Closeburn
Closeburn is a quaint village and civil parish located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, situated just 2.5 miles south of Thornhill along the A76 road. With a population of 1,119 as recorded in the 2001 census, Closeburn boasts a rich history dating back to 1185, when it was known as Killosbern. The name reflects its Gaelic origins, suggesting a connection to a church or cell, although the specific saint associated with it remains unidentified. This historical backdrop may be of interest to those considering planning applications in the area.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Closeburn area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Closeburn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Closeburn 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Closeburn, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Closeburn.
The most common types were outline applications (1).