How long do planning decisions take near Eyemouth?

The average planning decision time near Eyemouth is 77 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 Eyemouth?

The planning approval rate near Eyemouth is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Eyemouth?

The most common type of planning application near Eyemouth is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eyemouth?

You can search and track planning applications near Eyemouth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Eyemouth, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eyemouth, Scottish Borders.

Scottish Borders · Scotland · Town

View council

About Eyemouth

Eyemouth is a charming town and civil parish located in Berwickshire within the Scottish Borders of Scotland. Situated just two miles east of the A1 road and eight miles north of Berwick-upon-Tweed, it offers convenient access to key transport routes, making it an attractive location for planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Eyemouth.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
LSOA: Burnmouth and Area

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eyemouth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eyemouth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Eyemouth.

- 14 Seafield Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5AH
Vehicle Access Application
Status: Undecided | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details
- Land South Of 1 Victoria Road Eyemouth Scottish Borders
Demolition of existing outbuilding and erection of dwellinghouse with new access and associated works
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2024-10-30
View full details
- 6 High Street Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5EU
Internal and external alterations to flat
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details
- Storage Shed Eyemouth Harbour Eyemouth Scottish Borders
Formation of timber decking with balustrade
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2023-12-21
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Eyemouth in Scottish Borders

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Eyemouth includes 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Berwickshire & North Northumberland Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eyemouth 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 Eyemouth

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Eyemouth. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 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 Eyemouth.

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Eyemouth were outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

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.