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Planning in Dunoon

Only 5 decisions near Dunoon in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dunoon in the last 24 months, from Argyll and Bute Council's planning register.

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About Dunoon

Dunoon, the principal town on the Cowal peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, is situated along the western shore of the upper Firth of Clyde, nestled between the Holy Loch to the south and Innellan to the north. As part of the Argyll and Bute council area, Dunoon boasts its own community council, reflecting its local governance needs. Historically a burgh until 1976, the town is integral to regional planning and development initiatives.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dunoon 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 Dunoon 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, Dunoon 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Dunoon, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Dunoon.

The most common types were telecoms (14), full planning applications (8), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dunoon?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Dunoon.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dunoon?
The most common type of planning application near Dunoon is telecoms, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dunoon?
You can search and track planning applications near Dunoon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.