How long do planning decisions take near Dechmont?

The average planning decision time near Dechmont is 64 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 Dechmont?

The planning approval rate near Dechmont is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dechmont?

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

How can I track planning applications near Dechmont?

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Dechmont, West Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dechmont, West Lothian.

West Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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About Dechmont

Dechmont is a small village in West Lothian, Scotland, located near Uphall, with a population of around 989 residents. The village falls under the EH52 postal code and is home to Bangour Village Hospital to the west. Notably, Dechmont Woods gained attention in 1979 due to a reported alien encounter, adding a touch of intrigue to the area's local history, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in this unique community.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Livingston
LSOA: Livingston Craigshill Groves East

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dechmont.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dechmont based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Dechmont.

- 3 Knightsridge Road Dechmont West Lothian EH52 6LT
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed use of flat as short term let
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2026-04-21
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- 1 Deerhill Dechmont West Lothian EH52 6LY
Extension to house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2026-02-05
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- Land At Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park Drive And Deer Park Road Livingston West Lothian EH54 8AF
Display of 1 illuminated totem sign and 2 non-illuminated totem signs
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2025-10-14
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- Premier Inn Deer Park Road Knightsridge Livingston West Lothian EH54 8AD
Erection of a 590sqm annexe to provide additional guest accommodation, alterations to the existing hotel, car parking, landscaping and other associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2025-10-07
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- Land At Deer Park Road (Starbucks) Knightsridge Livingston West Lothian EH54 8AD
Display of 2 illuminated free standing menu signs, 1 illuminated height clearance sign, 1 illuminated canopy sign, 2 illuminated pole mounted signs and 1 illuminated totem sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Land To The South Of Main Street And West Of The A89 Dechmont
Approval of matters specified in conditions of planning permission 0586/P/14 for 91 residential units, landscaping, open space, access, drainage and other associated development (amended plans)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2024-11-11
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- Land At Deer Park Road (McDonald's) Livingston West Lothian EH54 8AD
Display of 1 illuminated totem sign
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: West Lothian | Date: 2024-01-25
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A brief summary of Dechmont in West Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Dechmont

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Dechmont. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Dechmont.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Dechmont slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Dechmont were full planning applications (2), amendments (2), advertising consent (2). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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