Dunbar, East Lothian Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dunbar, East Lothian.
East Lothian · Scotland · Town
About Dunbar
Dunbar is a coastal town located on the North Sea in East Lothian, Scotland, roughly 30 miles east of Edinburgh and 30 miles from the English border near Berwick-upon-Tweed. Its strategic position makes it a notable area for planning applications, given its proximity to major transport links and natural attractions.
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Lothian
- Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
- LSOA: Dunbar West - 07
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dunbar.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dunbar.
- 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 Dunbar based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
27 planning applications found near Dunbar.
- - Hallhill Healthy Living Centre Lochend Road Dunbar EH42 1RF
Section 42 application to vary Condition 1 of Planning Permission 22/01380/P to extend the temporary time period for the siting of containers for sports training facility for a further period of 60 mo
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - 16 Summerfield Road Dunbar EH42 1DS
Part change of use of house to child minding business (class 10) with associated parking
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 106A, C, D And 108 High Street Dunbar EH42 1JJ
Alterations to building (Retrospective)
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 31A High Street Dunbar EH42 1EW
Repainting of building, erection of signage (Retrospective)
Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 31A High Street Dunbar EH42 1EW
Repainting of shopfront (Retrospective)
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 31A High Street Dunbar EH42 1EW
Display of advertisements (Retrospective)
Type: Advertising | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Land South Of Hallhill Sports Centre Jamspot Park Kellie Road Dunbar EH42 1RF
Erection of cafe (Class 3), changing room building and associated works
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 3 Countess Avenue Dunbar East Lothian EH42 1DY
Extension to house, formation of steps with handrails
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Hallhill Healthy Living Centre Kellie Road Dunbar EH42 1DU
Siting of container to provide community office space and storage, with associated decking, fencing and 2 storage sheds (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 44 High Street Dunbar EH42 1JH
Alterations to house, partial rebuilding of 1 chimney
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 44 High Street Dunbar EH42 1JH
Alterations to building, partial rebuilding of 1 chimney
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - 9F Friarscroft Dunbar EH42 1BP
Replacement windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Holmcroft Park Avenue Dunbar EH42 1BH
Extension to house
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Lower Flat Viewfield 88 Countess Road Dunbar EH42 1JR
Alterations to flat
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - 8 Castle Street Dunbar EH42 1EY
Demolition of wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-05-19
View full details - - 91-95 High Street Dunbar East Lothian EH42 1ER
Display of advertisements
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-05-05
View full details - - 91-95 High Street Dunbar EH42 1ER
Repainting of shopfront
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 44 High Street Dunbar
Formation of hardstanding area, steps, erection of gate, railings, handrails and part demolition of walls
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 44 High Street Dunbar
Formation of hardstanding area, steps, erection of gate, railings and handrails
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - Flat 4 73B High Street Dunbar East Lothian EH42 1EW
Prior Notification of - Replacement windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-01-24
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A brief summary of Dunbar in East Lothian
Dunbar is a coastal town located on the North Sea in East Lothian, Scotland, roughly 30 miles east of Edinburgh and 30 miles from the English border near Berwick-upon-Tweed. Its strategic position makes it a notable area for planning applications, given its proximity to major transport links and natural attractions.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Dunbar a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dunbar 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 Dunbar
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Dunbar. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Dunbar may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Dunbar slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Dunbar were full planning applications (34), listed building and heritage (11), outline applications (6). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 28 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 24 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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