How long do planning decisions take near Dores?

The average planning decision time near Dores is 19 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 Dores?

The planning approval rate near Dores is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dores?

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

How can I track planning applications near Dores?

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Dores, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dores, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

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

About Dores

Dores is a picturesque village situated on the eastern shore of Loch Ness, just 10 km southwest of Inverness in the Highland council area of Scotland. Known for its scenic beauty, the village was once home to the RockNess music festival, which took place in fields to the north. This vibrant location offers unique planning opportunities, particularly for those interested in developments related to tourism and community events.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Inverness Lochardil and Holm Mains - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dores.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dores based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Dores in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Dores

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Dores. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dores may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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