Search Drylaw planning applications
23 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Drylaw · updated daily · City of Edinburgh Council
- Flat 1 10 Columba Road Edinburgh EH4 3QTAwaiting decisionSycamore, reduced and shaped.Received 30 Oct 202626/0910/TPO
- 13 Salvesen Crescent Muirhouse Edinburgh EH4 5JNAwaiting decisionExternal alterations to B Listed dwelling including replacement of windows to primary elevation and converting window to sliding doors at rear elevation.Received 28 Oct 202626/04219/LBC
- 3 House O'hill Place Corbiehill Edinburgh EH4 5DGAwaiting decisionAttic conversion to form additional bedrooms and bathroom (previous approval 21/06183/FUL expired).Received 27 Oct 202626/04264/FUL
- Flat 2 69 Telford Road Edinburgh EH4 2SDAwaiting decisionDrop kerb and new driveway.Received 26 Oct 202626/04082/FUL
- 12 Corbiehill Gardens Edinburgh EH4 5DSAwaiting decisionProposed single storey gable / rear extension forming enlarged kitchen and porch.Planning PermissionReceived 16 Oct 202626/04145/FUL
Planning in Drylaw
- Approved
- 97%
- 63 of 64 decided
- Decision time
- about 6 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Drylaw in the last 24 months, from City of Edinburgh Council's planning register.
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Around Drylaw
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EH4 414 applications in the last 12 months
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About Drylaw
Drylaw is a residential area in the northwest of Edinburgh, nestled between Blackhall and Granton, and part of the Drylaw–Telford community. Originally the estate of Drylaw House, constructed in 1718, the area underwent significant development in the 1950s to accommodate residents displaced from Leith. Situated along the A902 road, Drylaw's name derives from Scots, meaning "hill without a spring," reflecting its historical roots.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Drylaw 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 Drylaw 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, Drylaw 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.
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In the last 24 months, 152 planning applications were submitted near Drylaw. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (56), outline applications (16), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).