How long do planning decisions take near Garrabost?

The average planning decision time near Garrabost is 22 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 Garrabost?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Garrabost?

The most common type of planning application near Garrabost is telecoms, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Garrabost?

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Garrabost, Na h-Eileanan an Iar Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Garrabost, Na h-Eileanan an Iar.

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Planning applications in Garrabost are administered by Na H Eileanan Siar Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar. View the full Na H Eileanan Siar Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Garrabost

Garrabost is a prominent village located on the Point peninsula of the Isle of Lewis, in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. Comprising Upper and Lower Garrabost along with Claypark, it is one of the largest settlements in the Point area and falls within the civil parish of Stornoway. The village is conveniently situated along the A866 road, providing access between Stornoway and Portnaguran, and is home to both Knock Church of Scotland and Knock Free Church of Scotland.

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Area Information

Admin district: Na h-Eileanan Siar
Parliamentary constituency: Na h-Eileanan an Iar
LSOA: Aignish to Shulishader

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Garrabost.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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...)
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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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Garrabost based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Garrabost.

- Telecommunications Pole 2 Garrabost Point Isle Of Lewis
Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus (1no Pole)
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-10-23
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A brief summary of Garrabost in Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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

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Planning Activity in Garrabost

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Garrabost. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Garrabost were telecoms (2).

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