Craigendoran, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Craigendoran, Argyll and Bute.
Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement
About Craigendoran
Craigendoran is a suburb located at the eastern edge of Helensburgh in Scotland, nestled along the northern shore of the picturesque Firth of Clyde. Its name, derived from Gaelic, translates to "the rock of the otter," reflecting the area's natural beauty and wildlife. This charming locale offers potential for various planning applications, given its residential character and scenic surroundings.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Argyll and Bute
- Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- LSOA: Garelochhead - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Craigendoran.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Craigendoran.
- 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 Craigendoran based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Craigendoran.
- - 2 Lawrence Avenue Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 7JJ
Erection of extension and alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - - Land At Camis Eskan Helensburgh Argyll And Bute
Proposed felling of 3 trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - 11 Drumfork Road Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 7TN
Non material amendment to planning permission 24/01884/PP (Erection of single storey extension to dwellinghouse, including timber decking at rear of extension) Amendment to proposed extension to inclu
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-06-24
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A brief summary of Craigendoran in Argyll and Bute
Craigendoran is a suburb located at the eastern edge of Helensburgh in Scotland, nestled along the northern shore of the picturesque Firth of Clyde. Its name, derived from Gaelic, translates to "the rock of the otter," reflecting the area's natural beauty and wildlife. This charming locale offers potential for various planning applications, given its residential character and scenic surroundings.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Craigendoran a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Craigendoran 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.
Planning Activity in Craigendoran
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Craigendoran. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 114 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Craigendoran may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 114 days, decisions near Craigendoran 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 Craigendoran were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 30% 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, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.