How long do planning decisions take near Flukes Hole?

The average planning decision time near Flukes Hole is 44 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 Flukes Hole?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Flukes Hole?

The most common type of planning application near Flukes Hole is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Flukes Hole?

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Flukes Hole, Shetland Islands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Flukes Hole, Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands · Scotland · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: Shetland Islands
Parliamentary constituency: Orkney and Shetland
LSOA: North Mainland - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Flukes Hole.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Flukes Hole based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Flukes Hole.

- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell Shetland
Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning condition5 (Waste).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2025-03-14
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell Shetland
To site a catering van in the parking area
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2024-12-06
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- Ulsta Shop Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
Convert existing shop to 2 bedroom flat, replace windows and install ASHP
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2023-02-27
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- Ulsta Shop Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
Change of use from shop to a 2-bedroom flat, including new ASHP.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2023-02-27
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
To Erect 10kW wind turbine on a 12m tower
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2018-04-11
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- Ulsta Shop Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
Change of use of first floor from store to residential (Class 9) including internal alterations; re-establish external stair case to first floor; install dormer window to principle elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2016-02-18
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- Ulsta Shop Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
Change of use of first floor from store to residential (Class 9) including internal alterations; re-establish external stair case to first floor; install dormer window to principle elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2016-02-18
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- OPP Schoolhouse Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
Notice of intention to install telecommunications
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2015-12-10
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
To install an electric charging point with shelter and install mini pillar
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2015-09-07
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
To install an electric charging point with shelter and install mini pillar
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2015-03-27
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell Shetland ZE2 9BD
erect advertising signboard
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2012-02-10
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- Lumiere Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
To erect timber shed/workshop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2010-08-18
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
To erect advertisement signboard
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2007-05-03
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
Extend small craft facility car park
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2004-07-07
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A brief summary of Flukes Hole in Shetland Islands

Flukes Hole is a settlement located in Shetland Islands, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Flukes Hole. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Flukes Hole were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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