Findon, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Findon, Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Findon are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Findon
Findon, also known as Finnan, is a picturesque fishing village located eight miles south of Aberdeen, renowned for its traditional smoked haddock, Finnan haddie. The area boasts scenic paths through Findon Moor, where visitors can enjoy stunning cliffside views and spot local deer. Additionally, the nearby Portlethen Moss Nature Reserve offers further opportunities for outdoor exploration, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications focused on tourism and conservation.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Aberdeen City
- Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeen South
- LSOA: Cove North - 01
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Findon.
- 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 Findon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
37 planning applications found near Findon.
- - Units 19-22 Blackhill Of Findon Portlethen AB12 4RL
Erection of Class 5 (General Industrial) Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Land South Of Earnsheugh Terrace Findon Aberdeenshire
Erection of 11 Dwellinghouses and Installation of Air Source Heat Pumps and Associated Infrastructure
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Land At Ceolmara 12 Findon Road Findon Portlethen Aberdeenshire
Erection of Dwellinghouse, Garage and Shed and Installation of Air Source Heat Pump
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Land To The West Of Glenfinnan Hill Of Findon Portlethen
Erection of Dwellinghouse and Installation of Air Source Heat Pump
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Erection of Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-08-01
View full details - - Land To The West Of Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Erection of Dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-04-16
View full details - - Unit 3 Blackhill Industrial Estate Findon Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Erection of Warehouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-06-21
View full details - - Glenfinnan Findon Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Erection of Agricultural Building and Extension to Existing Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2022-06-10
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Alterations and Extension to Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2020-04-24
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Erection of Roof Structure Above Existing Livestock Pens
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2016-08-01
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Erection of Dutch Barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2016-05-31
View full details - - Glenfinnan Farm Findon Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Extension to Agricultural Building (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2014-10-29
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeenshire AB12 4RL
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2014-10-03
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Erection of Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2013-08-02
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Erection of Agricultural Building (Machinery/Tractor Shed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-11-12
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Erection of Agricultural Building (Machinery/Tractor Shed)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-09-24
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-03-23
View full details - - 3 Earnsheugh Place Findon Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 3TL
Erection of Detached Garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-03-07
View full details - - AMC Engineering Ltd Unit 3 Blackhill Industrial Estate Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Erection of Stores and Welfare Buildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2012-03-01
View full details - - Glenfinnan Portlethen Aberdeen AB12 4RL
Erection of Agricultural Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2011-07-27
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A brief summary of Findon in Aberdeenshire
Findon, also known as Finnan, is a picturesque fishing village located eight miles south of Aberdeen, renowned for its traditional smoked haddock, Finnan haddie. The area boasts scenic paths through Findon Moor, where visitors can enjoy stunning cliffside views and spot local deer. Additionally, the nearby Portlethen Moss Nature Reserve offers further opportunities for outdoor exploration, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications focused on tourism and conservation.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Findon a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Findon 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 Findon
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Findon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Findon may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 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 Findon were full planning applications (6), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 86% 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, 4 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
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