Darvel, East Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Darvel, East Ayrshire.
East Ayrshire · Scotland · Town
Planning applications in Darvel are administered by East Ayrshire Council. View the full East Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Darvel
Darvel, located in East Ayrshire, Scotland, is a town positioned at the eastern end of the Irvine Valley. Often referred to as "The Lang Toon," it offers a unique blend of historical charm and community spirit, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Kilmarnock and Loudoun
- LSOA: Darvel - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Darvel.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Darvel.
- 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 Darvel based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
379 planning applications found near Darvel.
- - Darvel Town Hall 10 - 12 West Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0AQ
Installation of two replacement windows on the rear elevation, with reuse of existing stained glass panels
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 39 East Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0HR
Proposed single storey extension to the front of detached dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 46 Drumclog Crescent Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0BA
Installation of air Source heat Pump (ASHP) to front elevation of dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 32 Burn Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DB
Removal of 1. Lime - Removal, 2. Silver Birch - Removal, 3. Scot's Pine - Removal, 4. Ash - Removal, 5. Sycamore
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 68 East Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0HT
Proposed change of use from Class 1A (shops and financial, professional and other services) to Class 9 (houses), painting of front elevation, rear elevation, installation of new windows to front eleva
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 20 East Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DN
Replacement balcony with new external staircase to rear of flatted dwelling, installation of rooflights to front and rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-12-05
View full details - - 32 Burn Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DB
Larch, Sycamore and Scot's Pine - Removal of 1no. Larch, 1no. Sycamore and 1no. Scot's Pine
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - The Braes 30 Burn Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DB
Tree works at the Braes property - Proposed work to trees, removal or crown reduction of 14 trees
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-10-13
View full details - - 3 Kirkland Park Court Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0BW
Alterations to remove load bearing internal partition between kitchen and lounge
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-07-22
View full details - - Gavin Hamilton Sports Centre Jamieson Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0AU
Alterations to roof form and finishes
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-05-29
View full details - - 14 Temple Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DU
Installation of 3no. rooflights on rear roof plane.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - 42 Campbell Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DA
Application for High Hedge Notice
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-03-03
View full details - - Braes Cottage Burn Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DB
Single storey side and rear extension with garage and alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-03-03
View full details - - Gable Of Former Building At 8 10 East Main Street Darvel East Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire
Painting of gable wall to form mural
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-01-27
View full details - - Land Beside 2 West Donington Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0AP
Erection of a bungalow and a large garage
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-12-05
View full details - - 53 West Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0EB
Change of use from retail shop to flatted dwellinghouse and external alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-10-16
View full details - - 36 West Main Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0AQ
Change of use and extension to outbuilding to dwellinghouse with associated parking and garden ground
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-09-18
View full details - - The Braes 30 Burn Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0DB
Felling of Tree Tag No. 1116 (Norway Maple) in retrospect.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - Darvel Juniors Football Club Irvinebank Road Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0HS
Retention of container unit for cafe/bar and stand alone toilet block (Retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-02-13
View full details - - 2A West Donington Street Darvel East Ayrshire KA17 0AP
Erection of a house, reconfiguration of the existing yard and erection of a storage shed
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-02-09
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A brief summary of Darvel in East Ayrshire
Darvel, located in East Ayrshire, Scotland, is a town positioned at the eastern end of the Irvine Valley. Often referred to as "The Lang Toon," it offers a unique blend of historical charm and community spirit, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Darvel a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Darvel 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 Darvel
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Darvel. Of these, 44% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 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 Darvel.
The average decision period of 78 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 Darvel were full planning applications (15), tree works (4), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 65% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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