How long do planning decisions take near Fordoun?

The average planning decision time near Fordoun is 48 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 Fordoun?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Fordoun?

The most common type of planning application near Fordoun is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fordoun?

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Fordoun, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fordoun, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Fordoun are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Fordoun

Fordoun is a parish and village located in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, historically referred to as Fothirdun. This area played a significant role in the Howe of the Mearns and, alongside Auchenblae and surrounding districts, forms the Parish of Fordoun. The Parish Church is situated near the original settlement, which has since been incorporated into Auchenblae, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
LSOA: Mearns South and Benholm - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fordoun.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fordoun based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Fordoun in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Fordoun

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Fordoun. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fordoun were discharge of conditions (1).

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