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Planning in Dalgety Bay

Approved
96%
65 of 65 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Dalgety Bay

Dalgety Bay is a coastal town in Fife, Scotland, located on the north shore of the Firth of Forth, approximately nine miles from Edinburgh city centre. As one of the largest civil parishes in Fife, it had a population of 9,710 in 2020, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dalgety Bay 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 Dalgety Bay 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, Dalgety Bay 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 Dalgety Bay, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Dalgety Bay. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), outline applications (11), tree works (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dalgety Bay?
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Dalgety Bay. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dalgety Bay?
The average planning decision time near Dalgety Bay is 42 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 Dalgety Bay?
The planning approval rate near Dalgety Bay is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dalgety Bay?
The most common type of planning application near Dalgety Bay is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dalgety Bay?
You can search and track planning applications near Dalgety Bay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.