How long do planning decisions take near Denbeath?

The average planning decision time near Denbeath is 20 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 Denbeath?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Denbeath?

The most common type of planning application near Denbeath is telecoms, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Denbeath?

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Denbeath, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Denbeath, Fife.

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About Denbeath

Methil is a coastal town located in Fife, Scotland, known for its rich maritime history and proximity to the Firth of Forth. This vibrant community offers a mix of residential areas and local amenities, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to housing, commercial development, and environmental projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: Glenrothes and Mid Fife
LSOA: Methil New Bayview

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Denbeath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Denbeath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Denbeath.

- This Site Address Is Still To Be Recorded On Our Property Database (temporary Address Used) Fife
Notification of intention to install a 10m high pole - West of 26-28 Martin Street, Buckhaven
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 32 Church Street Buckhaven Leven Fife KY8 1JJ
Formation of roof terrace with balustrade to front of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-10-17
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- Land To East Of Percival Road Buckhaven Fife
Compliance with condition 3 of approval 24/00370/FULL - Landscaping
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-02-04
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A brief summary of Denbeath in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Denbeath

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Denbeath. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 20 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 Denbeath.

The average decision time of 20 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Denbeath were telecoms (2), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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