Search Douglas planning applications
9 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Douglas · updated daily · South Lanarkshire Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Kennoxhead Wind Farm Ext 1 Land 3km South West Of Glespin And 6.5 Km South West Of DouglasAwaiting decisionS42 application to amend the terms of condition 2 of the deemend planning permission for the development of the Kennoxhead Wind Farm (ECU Ref: ECU00002038).Received 5 Nov 2026P/26/1348
- St Brides Centre Braehead Douglas Lanark ML11 0PTAwaiting decisionErection of single storey workshop to accomodate Douglas Valley Mens ShedReceived 1 Sep 2026P/26/1078
- 2 Elmbank Drive Douglas Lanark ML11 0QRApprovedUse of first floor residential flat as short term let accommodationReceived 28 Aug 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026P/26/1043
- Rivendell Park DouglasAwaiting decisionErection of residential development comprising 5 dwellinghouses, formation of access, internal road network, parking, drainage, landscaping and associated works (Part-retrospective)Received 13 Aug 2026P/26/0886
- The Gardens House Douglas Estate A70 From Douglas To Rigside Douglas Lanark ML11 0RQAwaiting decisionErection of two-storey dog hotel with associated facilitiesReceived 16 Jun 2026P/26/0672
Planning in Douglas
Only 3 decisions near Douglas in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Douglas in the last 24 months, from South Lanarkshire Council's planning register.
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Around Douglas
Postcode districts
ML11 175 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: South Lanarkshire Council
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About Douglas
Douglas is a picturesque village situated in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, along the south bank of the Douglas Water and adjacent to the A70 road, which connects Ayr to Edinburgh. Approximately 12 miles southwest of Lanark, the village's name originates from the Old Gaelic terms for "dark stream," reflecting the local waterway. The area's rich history is marked by the Douglas family's settlement in the 12th century, making it an intriguing location for those exploring planning applications in a historically significant context. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,490 (2016 estimate). It sits within the South Lanarkshire district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Douglas area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Douglas a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Douglas 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Douglas, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Douglas.