How long do planning decisions take near Coldstream?

The average planning decision time near Coldstream is 18 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 Coldstream?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Coldstream?

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

How can I track planning applications near Coldstream?

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Coldstream, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coldstream, Scottish Borders.

Scottish Borders · Scotland · Town

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About Coldstream

Coldstream is a town and civil parish located in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland. Known for its rich history and picturesque setting along the River Tweed, Coldstream serves as a focal point for planning applications in the area, making it an important hub for development and community initiatives.

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Area Information

Admin district: Northumberland
Parliamentary constituency: North Northumberland
LSOA: Northumberland 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coldstream.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Coldstream based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Coldstream.

- 2 Duke Street Coldstream Scottish Borders TD12 4BW
Installation of through floor lift
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 35A Duke Street Coldstream Scottish Borders TD12 4BS
Replacement windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2025-07-18
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- Cheviot View Market Square Coldstream Scottish Borders TD12 4BG
Installation of two replacement rooflights
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2024-03-29
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- Abbey House Abbey Road Coldstream Scottish Borders TD12 4BB
Removal and reinstatement section of boundary wall (retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2023-08-16
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- 82 High Street Coldstream Scottish Borders TD12 4DH
Proposal to run a two bedroom bed and breakfast business.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2023-06-16
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- Garage Block The Old Post Office 6 Victoria Street Coldstream Scottish Borders
Discharge of planning obligations pursuant to planning permissions 08/00911/FUL, 11/01626/FUL, 15/01104/FUL and 18/00651/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Coldstream in Scottish Borders

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Coldstream includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Lower Tweed and Whiteadder SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): River Tweed. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Coldstream

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Coldstream. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 18 days.

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

The average decision time of 18 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Coldstream were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (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, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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