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Planning in Cupar

Approved
86%
25 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cupar in the last 24 months, from Fife Council's planning register.

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About Cupar

Cupar, a historic town and former royal burgh in Fife, Scotland, is situated between Dundee and Glenrothes. With a population of approximately 9,000 as of the 2011 estimate, it ranks as the ninth-largest settlement in Fife and serves as the civil parish for around 11,183 residents. Although it was once the county town of Fife, the council has since relocated to Glenrothes, making Cupar a focal point for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cupar area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cupar a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cupar 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cupar, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Cupar. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (5), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cupar?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Cupar. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cupar?
The average planning decision time near Cupar is 48 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 Cupar?
The planning approval rate near Cupar is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cupar?
The most common type of planning application near Cupar is listed building consent applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cupar?
You can search and track planning applications near Cupar on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.