How long do planning decisions take near Fowlis Wester?

The average planning decision time near Fowlis Wester is 97 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 Fowlis Wester?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Fowlis Wester?

The most common type of planning application near Fowlis Wester is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fowlis Wester?

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Fowlis Wester, Perth and Kinross Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fowlis Wester, Perth and Kinross.

Perth and Kinross · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Fowlis Wester are administered by Perth And Kinross Council. View the full Perth And Kinross Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Fowlis Wester

Fowlis Wester is a quaint village located in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, approximately 6 kilometres east of Crieff and 19 kilometres west of Perth. The village is part of a parish that encompasses the Abercairny estate to the south-west, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to residential development and land use.

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Area Information

Admin district: Perth and Kinross
Parliamentary constituency: Perth and Kinross-shire
LSOA: Comrie, Gilmerton and St Fillans - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fowlis Wester.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fowlis Wester based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Fowlis Wester.

- Old School Fowlis Wester Crieff PH7 3NL
Installation of replacement windows, alterations and extension to former school to form dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-06-23
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- Old School Fowlis Wester Crieff PH7 3NL
Change of use of, alterations and extension to former school to form dwellinghouse, erection of dwellinghouse and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-06-23
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A brief summary of Fowlis Wester in Perth and Kinross

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fowlis Wester 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 Fowlis Wester

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Fowlis Wester. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

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

With an average of 97 days, decisions near Fowlis Wester 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 Fowlis Wester were listed building and heritage (2), full planning applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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