Fordyce, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Fordyce, Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement
About Fordyce
Fordyce is a charming village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, located just inland where the Burn of Fordyce meets the coast, nestled between Cullen and Portsoy. With origins dating back to at least the 13th century, Fordyce is often praised for its picturesque setting, hidden from view by the surrounding hills and rolling countryside. This enchanting location may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.
District: Aberdeenshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: Aberdeenshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
- LSOA: Gardenstown and King Edward - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Fordyce.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Fordyce.
- 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 Fordyce based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
118 planning applications found near Fordyce.
- - Old Fordyce School School Road Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SJ
Alterations and Extension to Adult Learning Facility, Erection of Shed, Installation of Oil Tank and Relocation of Fire Pit (Amended Design to Roof of Plant Room APP/2024/0783)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-07-10
View full details - - 3 Pitchaidlie Place Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SY
Pruning of 1 Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-03-17
View full details - - Old Fordyce School School Road Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SJ
Alterations and Extension to Adult Learning Facility, Erection of Shed, Installation of Oil Tank and Relocation of Fire Pit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-05-10
View full details - - 42 Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Felling of 1 Mature Birch Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-09-04
View full details - - Kirkton Cottage St Tarquins Place Fordyce AB45 2SJ
Felling of 1 Mature Plum Tree and 1 Mature Cypress Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-08-24
View full details - - Fordyce House Bridge Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SN
Felling of 1 Elm Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-08-15
View full details - - Burnside Bridge Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SW
Replacement of Windows and Doors and Installation of Ground Array Photovoltaic Panels
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-06-26
View full details - - Wainsgate School Road Fordyce Banff Aberdeenshire AB45 2SJ
Installation of 4 Rooflights, Solar Panels and Formation of Patio Doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2022-05-06
View full details - - Old Schoolhouse St Tarquins Place Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SJ
Pruning of 3 Ash, 2 Fir & 2 Lime Trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2021-11-10
View full details - - Old Fordyce School School Road Fordyce Aberdeenshire
Change of Use from Former School to Residential Adult Teaching Facility, Erection of Boundary Fence, Installation of Solar Panels and Air Source Heat Pumps
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2021-07-26
View full details - - 44 Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Works to Trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2020-02-24
View full details - - Fordyce Community Association Fordyce Community Hall East Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Siting of Enclosed and Roofed Storage Unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2019-04-12
View full details - - Fordyce Community Association Fordyce Community Hall East Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Siting of Enclosed and Roofed Storage Unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2019-04-12
View full details - - St Tarquins Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Installation of 3 New Conservation Rooflights, 2 Replacement Conservation Rooflights, Replacement Window and Door and Internal Alterations to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2019-01-18
View full details - - St Tarquins Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Installation of 3 New Conservation Rooflights, 2 Replacement Conservation Rooflights, Replacement Window and Door
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2019-01-18
View full details - - Hawthorne Cottage 50 West Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Replacement of 7 Windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2018-09-11
View full details - - Hawthorne Cottage 50 West Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Replacement of 7 Windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2018-09-11
View full details - - Bike Shed Easter Villa School Road Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SJ
Change of Use and Alterations of Bike Shed to Domestic Garden Shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2018-06-21
View full details - - Fordyce House Bridge Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SN
Removal of One Elm Tree (T6) Affected with Dutch Elm Disease
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2018-02-01
View full details - - 44 Church Street Fordyce Aberdeenshire AB45 2SL
Remove 7 Conifers, Remove 2 Cypress and raise crown of 3 Sycamores
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2017-11-15
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A brief summary of Fordyce in Aberdeenshire
Fordyce is a charming village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, located just inland where the Burn of Fordyce meets the coast, nestled between Cullen and Portsoy. With origins dating back to at least the 13th century, Fordyce is often praised for its picturesque setting, hidden from view by the surrounding hills and rolling countryside. This enchanting location may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. It sits within the Aberdeenshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Fordyce a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fordyce 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 Fordyce
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Fordyce. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Fordyce may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 96 days, decisions near Fordyce take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Fordyce were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% 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, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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