How long do planning decisions take near Crosbost?

The average planning decision time near Crosbost is 79 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Crosbost?

The most common type of planning application near Crosbost is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crosbost?

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Crosbost, Na h-Eileanan an Iar Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crosbost, Na h-Eileanan an Iar.

Na h-Eileanan an Iar · Scotland · settlement

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About Crosbost

Crosbost is a quaint village situated on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, approximately ten miles from Stornoway, the island's main town. While it offers limited local amenities, it features a Free Church of Scotland, a graveyard, a war memorial, and a traditional red telephone box. The village is also home to two piers, primarily utilized for personal rather than commercial purposes, making it a unique setting for those considering planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Na h-Eileanan Siar
Parliamentary constituency: Na h-Eileanan an Iar
LSOA: Lochganvich to Carloway

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crosbost.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Crosbost based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Crosbost.

- Access, Croft 18 Crossbost Lochs Isle Of Lewis
Create access for agricultural use
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2026-02-27
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- The Weaving Shed Workshop 22A Crossbost Lochs Isle Of Lewis HS2 9NP
Erect timber frame extension to the existing shop/weavers shed
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-06-06
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A brief summary of Crosbost in Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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

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Planning Activity in Crosbost

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Crosbost. The average decision time was 79 days.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Crosbost were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% 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, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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