How long do planning decisions take near Darkland?

The average planning decision time near Darkland is 167 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 Darkland?

The planning approval rate near Darkland is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Darkland?

The most common type of planning application near Darkland is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Darkland?

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Darkland, Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Darkland, Moray.

Moray · Scotland · settlement

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

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: New Elgin East and The Wards - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Darkland.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Darkland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Darkland.

- North Darklands Farm Lhanbryde Moray
Erect a general purpose agricultural building at
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Moray | Date: 2024-12-17
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- Site Opposite Ghilliebog House Elgin Moray
Change of house type at Plot 8
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2023-05-12
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- Plots 5- 8 Site Opposite Ghilliebog House Elgin Moray
Erect 4no dwellinghouses and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2022-05-30
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- Plot 2 Site Opposite Ghilliebog House Elgin Moray
Revise house design approved under reference 14/01032/APP on
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2021-06-11
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- Plot 1 On Woodland Area On Site At Darklands Elgin Moray
Revised house design (planning consent ref: 14/01032/APP) on
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2020-03-12
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- Within Grounds Of Darkland Cottage North Darkland Elgin Moray
Proposed dwelling house and associated work on site
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2017-02-08
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- Within Grounds Of The Darkland Cottage North Darkland Elgin Moray
Erect dwellinghouse in
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2015-02-27
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- The Cottage North Darkland Lhanbryde Elgin Moray IV30 8LB
Erect fence at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2012-10-11
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- Kildonnan North Darklands Elgin Moray IV30 8LB
Demolish existing cottage and erect new dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2011-01-24
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- Site At The Cottage North Darklands Lhanbryde Elgin Moray
Outline to erect dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Moray | Date: 2008-02-28
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- Silver Leys North Darklands Lhanbryde Elgin Moray IV30 8LB
Erect new extension to rear of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2006-11-28
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- The Cottage North Darklands Lhanbryde Elgin Moray
Demolish existing garage and erect extension to dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2002-10-28
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A brief summary of Darkland in Moray

Darkland is a settlement located in Moray, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Darkland. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 167 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Darkland.

With an average of 167 days, decisions near Darkland take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Darkland were outline applications (1).

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