How long do planning decisions take near Clovenfords?

The average planning decision time near Clovenfords is 23 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 Clovenfords?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Clovenfords?

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

How can I track planning applications near Clovenfords?

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Clovenfords, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clovenfords, Scottish Borders.

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About Clovenfords

Clovenfords is a quaint village located in the Scottish Borders, just one mile north of Caddonfoot and four miles west of Galashiels. Nestled among undulating grasslands and rolling hills, it boasts a small population of 562, as recorded in the 2011 census. This picturesque setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
LSOA: Galashiels - E - Coopersknowe and Melrose Gait West

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clovenfords.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Clovenfords based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Clovenfords.

- The Cliffs Millbank Road Clovenfords Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3LZ
Discharge of planning obligation pursuant planning permission 13/00266/PPP
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Caddon Mill Millbank Road Clovenfords Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3LZ
Erection of car port
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2024-10-03
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A brief summary of Clovenfords in Scottish Borders

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

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Planning Activity in Clovenfords

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Clovenfords. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 days.

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

The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Clovenfords were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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