How long do planning decisions take near Dreghorn?

The average planning decision time near Dreghorn is 48 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 Dreghorn?

The planning approval rate near Dreghorn is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dreghorn?

The most common type of planning application near Dreghorn is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dreghorn?

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Dreghorn, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dreghorn, City of Edinburgh.

City of Edinburgh · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Dreghorn are administered by City Of Edinburgh Council. View the full City Of Edinburgh Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Dreghorn

Dreghorn is a historic village located in North Ayrshire, Scotland, just 3.5 kilometers east of Irvine town centre, along the old main road to Kilmarnock. Nestled between two rivers, it boasts archaeological significance, with evidence of a neolithic settlement dating back to approximately 3500 BC, suggesting it may be one of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited villages. With a population of around 3,450 as of 2020, Dreghorn has expanded alongside Irvine, now connected by the Annick Valley Park, which features footpaths and National Cycle Route 73.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh South West
LSOA: Colinton and Kingsknowe - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dreghorn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dreghorn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Dreghorn.

- Proposed Telecoms Apparatus 30 Metres Southwest Of 1 The Gallolee Redford Edinburgh
Prior Approval for electronic communication code operators.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-11-19
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- 8 Redford Drive Edinburgh EH13 0BL
Proposed single storey extension to rear and side. Reconfigure existing attic conversion with dormers front, rear and side. Proposed garden room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-10-22
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- 21 Redford Avenue Redford Edinburgh EH13 0BX
Removal of flat roof over existing side and front extension. Construction of new first floor extension over the existing side extension, formed with pitched roof. Pitched roof fitted with velux roof l
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-11-20
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A brief summary of Dreghorn in City of Edinburgh

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dreghorn 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 Dreghorn

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Dreghorn. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 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 Dreghorn.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dreghorn were full planning applications (8), tree works (8), outline applications (6). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

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