How long do planning decisions take near Earlston?

The average planning decision time near Earlston is 165 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Earlston?

The planning approval rate near Earlston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Earlston?

The most common type of planning application near Earlston is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Earlston?

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Earlston, East Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Earlston, East Ayrshire.

East Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

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

About Earlston

Earlston is a historic hamlet located in Riccarton, East Ayrshire, Scotland, with origins tracing back to the early 18th century. Situated near Caprington Castle and Todrigs Mill, it was once home to a significant sawmill and a mine pumping engine, as well as railway sidings from the Glasgow and South-Western Railway's Fairlie Branch, highlighting its industrial past. This rich history may influence future planning applications in the area, particularly concerning heritage conservation and land use.

District: East Ayrshire

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Area Information

Admin district: East Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Kilmarnock and Loudoun
LSOA: Crosshouse, Gatehead and Kilmaurs Rural - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Earlston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Earlston.

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 Earlston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

16 planning applications found near Earlston.

- Caprington Castle C120 Kilmarnock Gatehead From South Ayrshire Boundary Nr Caprington Castle To B7038 Nr Spitalhill South Ayrshire Boundary Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Repair and rebuilding of fire damaged stable and residential building, part change of use to form 3 no. additional dwellings.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-08-01
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- Caprington Castle C120 Kilmarnock Gatehead From South Ayrshire Boundary Nr Caprington Castle To B7038 Nr Spitalhill South Ayrshire Boundary Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Repair and rebuilding of fire damaged castle stable and residential building and associated external and internal alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-08-01
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- Dunelm 5 Earlston C120 Kilmarnock Gatehead From South Ayrshire Boundary Nr Caprington Castle To B7038 Nr Spitalhill South Ayrshire Boundary Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Erection of single storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-06-28
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- West House 10 Earlston C120 Kilmarnock Gatehead From South Ayrshire Boundary Nr Caprington Castle To B7038 Nr Spitalhill South Ayrshire Boundary Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
An extension to form dining room - kitchen wall new doorway to dining room. Small glass extension from kitchen. Landscaping work and a new terrace at back of garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2021-02-11
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- 2 Thornhill Cottage Knockentiber Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Erection of single storey extension to side and rear and porch to front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2018-05-09
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- Rosebank 8 Earlston Caprington Castle Spitalhill South Ayrshire Boundary Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Change of use from agriculture to domestic garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2017-10-06
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- West House 10 Earlston Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
To adjust the alignment of the external wall of the en-suite bathroom at the approved position of the vertical window by developing a shallow vertical curvature in the wall generated from the position
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2014-03-10
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- Caprington Castle Caprington Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Alterations to internal walls to form living accommodation & alterations to 2 external openings
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2012-08-18
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- Caprington Castle Caprington Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Refurbishment of Cast iron conservatory & surrounding structure
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2012-08-18
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- Caprington Castle Caprington Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Alterations to internal walls to form living accommodation and alterations to 2 external openings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2012-08-18
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- West House 10 Earlston Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Single storey extension to side and rear of existing house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2012-07-02
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- Field Ridge Earlston C120 Kilmarnock/gatehead From South Ayrshire Boundary Nr Caprington Castle To B7038 Nr Spitalhill South Ayrshire Boundary Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
One storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2011-01-20
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- Rosebank 8 Earlston Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Extension to dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2010-03-18
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- WEST HOUSE EARLSTON KILMARNOCK AYRSHIRE KA2 9AD
Proposed Erection Of Rear Sun Lounge And Covered Patio
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2005-04-25
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- FIELDRIDGE EARLSTON KILMARNOCK Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Proposed Extension Of Existing Garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2004-12-09
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- EARLSTON HOUSE EARLSTON KILMARNOCK Ayrshire KA2 9AD
Proposed Change Of Use From 3 Dwellinghouses To Single Dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2003-10-22
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A brief summary of Earlston in East Ayrshire

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

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Planning Activity in Earlston

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Earlston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 165 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Earlston.

With an average of 165 days, decisions near Earlston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Earlston were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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