Dufftown, Moray Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dufftown, Moray.
Moray · Scotland · Town
About Dufftown
Dufftown, a burgh in Moray, Scotland, was established in the early 19th century as a planned settlement and is part of the historic Mortlach parish. Renowned for its whisky production, it boasts more distilleries than any other town in Scotland, contributing significantly to its economy. The town features numerous listed 19th-century buildings and serves as a regional hub for agriculture, tourism, and various services, making it an important area for planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Moray
- Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
- LSOA: Keith and Fife Keith - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dufftown.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dufftown.
- 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 Dufftown based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Dufftown.
- - The Clock Tower The Square Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4AD
Alterations to form window in existing opening
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - The Clock Tower The Square Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4AD
Alterations to form window in existing opening at
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - The Stillman 22 Conval Street Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4AE
Alterations and change of use of outbuilding to form six self catering accommodation units at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Hardhaugh Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4BR
Proposed PV panels at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Hardhaugh Dufftown Keith Moray AB55 4BR
Replacement slates and gutters repoint lime mortar front to match and fit PV panels at
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-23
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A brief summary of Dufftown in Moray
Dufftown, a burgh in Moray, Scotland, was established in the early 19th century as a planned settlement and is part of the historic Mortlach parish. Renowned for its whisky production, it boasts more distilleries than any other town in Scotland, contributing significantly to its economy. The town features numerous listed 19th-century buildings and serves as a regional hub for agriculture, tourism, and various services, making it an important area for planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Dufftown a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dufftown 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 Dufftown
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Dufftown.
The most common application types near Dufftown were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.