How long do planning decisions take near Fenton Barns?

The average planning decision time near Fenton Barns is 50 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 Fenton Barns?

The planning approval rate near Fenton Barns is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fenton Barns?

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

How can I track planning applications near Fenton Barns?

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Fenton Barns, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fenton Barns, East Lothian.

East Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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

About Fenton Barns

Fenton Barns is a rural community in East Lothian, Scotland, comprising the hamlets of Fenton Barns, East Fenton, and West Fenton. Located about 20 miles east of Edinburgh, it is in close proximity to North Berwick, Drem, Dirleton, and Gullane, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and rural development initiatives.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
LSOA: North Berwick North - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fenton Barns.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fenton Barns based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Fenton Barns in East Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Fenton Barns

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Fenton Barns. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fenton Barns may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fenton Barns were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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