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Planning in Galashiels

Only 6 decisions near Galashiels in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Galashiels in the last 24 months, from Scottish Borders Council's planning register.

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About Galashiels

Galashiels, often referred to as Gala, is a vibrant town in the Scottish Borders, boasting a population of approximately 10,060. Recognized as a key commercial hub for the region, it has a rich heritage in the textile industry and is home to Heriot-Watt University's renowned School of Textiles and Design, making it a focal point for planning and development in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Galashiels area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Galashiels 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Galashiels, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Galashiels.

The most common types were advertising consent (5), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Galashiels?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Galashiels.
What types of planning applications are most common near Galashiels?
The most common type of planning application near Galashiels is advertising, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Galashiels?
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