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Planning in Girvan

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Girvan in the last 24 months, from South Ayrshire Council's planning register.

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About Girvan

Girvan is a burgh and harbour town located in Carrick, South Ayrshire, Scotland, on the eastern coast of the Firth of Clyde. With a population of approximately 6,450, it is situated 21 miles south of Ayr and 29 miles north of Stranraer, the primary ferry port connecting Scotland to Northern Ireland. This coastal town may offer various opportunities for planning applications, particularly related to its maritime activities and residential developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Girvan a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Girvan 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 Girvan, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Girvan. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Girvan?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Girvan. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Girvan?
The average planning decision time near Girvan is 80 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 Girvan?
The planning approval rate near Girvan is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Girvan?
The most common type of planning application near Girvan is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Girvan?
You can search and track planning applications near Girvan on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.