How long do planning decisions take near Collieston?

The average planning decision time near Collieston is 93 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 Collieston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Collieston?

The most common type of planning application near Collieston is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Collieston?

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Collieston, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Collieston, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Collieston are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Collieston

Collieston is a quaint former fishing village located on the North Sea coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Nestled between Cruden Bay and Newburgh, it is situated just north of the Sands of Forvie Special Protection Area, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to coastal development and conservation efforts.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Ythanside - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Collieston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Collieston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Collieston.

APP/2026/0927 · Received: Fri 29 May 2026 · Validated: Fri 05 Jun 2026 - Land Adjacent To Little Collieston Croft Mains Of Collieston Aberdeenshire AB41 8RU
Condition 2(a) Siting, Design, Layout, External Appearance, Finishing Materials, Waste Bin Uplift Area, Driveway, Parking, Turning Area and EV Charging Point, (b) Means of Access, (c) Landscaping Sche
Status: Undecided | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-06-05
APP/2026/0788 · Received: Mon 11 May 2026 · Validated: Wed 13 May 2026 - 19 Forvie Court Collieston Aberdeenshire AB41 8SG
Balcony Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-05-13

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A brief summary of Collieston in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Collieston

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Collieston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

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

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Collieston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Collieston were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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