Elgin, Moray Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Elgin, Moray.
Moray · Scotland · Town
About Elgin
Elgin, a historic town in Moray, Scotland, serves as the administrative and commercial hub of the region. Situated on higher ground south of the River Lossie, it is home to the ancient Birnie Kirk, built in 1140, which continues to serve the local community. This rich history and central role make Elgin a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
District: Moray
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Area Information
- Admin district: Moray
- Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
- LSOA: Elgin Central East, Kingsmills, Ashgrove and Pinefield - 05
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Elgin.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Elgin.
- 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 Elgin based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
21 planning applications found near Elgin.
- - 229 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1DJ
Internal alterations and installation of extraction fan flue at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Elgin Museum 1 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1EQ
Further internal investigations to assess the structural stability of the gallery at
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 29 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1EE
Replacement windows and door at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - The College 14 College Street Sutton-on-hull Kingston Upon Hull
Listed Building Consent Application for:- Internal alterations to reconfigure layout of Flat 5, including forming opening in existing wall, removal of door, new stud walls and kitchen facilities.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Hull | Date: 2026-04-10
View full details - - 274 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1AG
Conversion of ground floor workshop (Class 4) to health and wellbeing studios (Class 2) at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Flat 1 187A High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1DW
Replace deteriorated/defective stone and pointing at
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 21 Institution Road Elgin Moray IV30 1QT
Change of use of dwellinghouse to short-term holiday let at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - Ground At Rear Of 36 To 38 Hill Street Elgin Moray
Approval of Matters Specified in Conditions 1-15 imposed on planning consent ref 22/01297/PPP for erection of dwellinghouse and associated works on
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 134 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1BW
Erect illuminated fascia sign and projecting hanging sign at
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 134 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1BW
Refurbishment of retail unit new illuminated fascia and hanging sign and internal security shutter behind recessed doors at
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 46A South Street Elgin Moray IV30 1JX
Erect replacement extension at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 35 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1EE
Alterations and change of use to form new hot food takeaway at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - 14 Batchen Street Elgin Moray IV30 1BH
Site external air conditioning unit at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - 156 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1BD
Change of use from restaurant to licensed bar/venue and internal alterations at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - 59 High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1EE
Convert retail mobility shop into a hot food take-away at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - St Michaels Northfield Terrace Elgin Moray IV30 1NE
Add solar panels to south elevation at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - St Michaels Northfield Terrace Elgin Moray IV30 1NE
Install solar panels on south elevation at
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - 21 - 23A High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1EE
Change of use from office accommodation to 3 storey townhouse in multiple occupation by not more than 6 individuals living together as a single household at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-05-05
View full details - - 21 - 23A High Street Elgin Moray IV30 1EE
Alterations to office accommodation to form 3 storey townhouse in multiple occupation at
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-05-05
View full details - - Commerce House South Street Elgin Moray IV30 1JE
Convert office building to18 luxury flats and 6 serviced apartments with residents basement area gym facility and replace existing flat roof access structure/services housing with a pitched roof at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of Elgin in Moray
Elgin, a historic town in Moray, Scotland, serves as the administrative and commercial hub of the region. Situated on higher ground south of the River Lossie, it is home to the ancient Birnie Kirk, built in 1140, which continues to serve the local community. This rich history and central role make Elgin a key area for planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the Moray district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Elgin a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elgin 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 Elgin
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Elgin. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Elgin may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Elgin were full planning applications (22), listed building and heritage (7), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 69% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 30 smaller schemes were submitted.
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