How long do planning decisions take near Dreghorn?

The average planning decision time near Dreghorn is 54 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dreghorn?

The most common type of planning application near Dreghorn is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dreghorn?

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Dreghorn, North Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dreghorn, North Ayrshire.

North Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

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

About Dreghorn

Dreghorn is a historic village in North Ayrshire, Scotland, located just 3.5 kilometres east of Irvine town centre along the former main route to Kilmarnock. Nestled on a ridge between two rivers, it boasts archaeological evidence of a neolithic settlement dating back to around 3500 BC, suggesting it may be one of Britain's oldest continuously inhabited villages. With a population of approximately 3,450 as of 2020, Dreghorn is now separated from Irvine by the scenic Annick Valley Park, which features a footpath and National Cycle Route 73 along the route of the former Irvine to Busby railway.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Central Ayrshire
LSOA: Irvine Perceton and Lawthorn - 08

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.

26/00385/PP - Shalom Nursing Home 163 Main Street Dreghorn Irvine North Ayrshire KA11 4AF
Alterations and extension to existing care home to include formation of additional floor space as alternative to previous planning permission (ref. N/24/00143/PP)
Status: Undecided | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-06-05
- Shalom Nursing Home 163 Main Street Dreghorn Irvine North Ayrshire KA11 4AF
Alterations and extension to existing care home to include formation of additional floor space as alternative to previous planning permission (ref. N/24/00143/PP)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-06-02
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- Site To North Of 16 - 20 Annick Drive Dreghorn Irvine North Ayrshire
Erection of single storey extension to rear of house on plot 6
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-04-27
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A brief summary of Dreghorn in North Ayrshire

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

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Planning Activity in Dreghorn

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Dreghorn. The average decision time was 54 days.

The average decision time of 54 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 (3). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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