How long do planning decisions take near Glenrothes?

The average planning decision time near Glenrothes is 27 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 Glenrothes?

The planning approval rate near Glenrothes is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Glenrothes?

The most common type of planning application near Glenrothes is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Glenrothes?

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Glenrothes, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Glenrothes, Fife.

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About Glenrothes

Glenrothes, located in the heart of Fife, east-central Scotland, is the administrative capital of the region and serves as a significant service and employment hub. With a population of 39,277 as of the 2011 census, it ranks as Fife's third largest settlement and the 18th most populous locality in Scotland. The presence of Fife Council and Police Scotland Fife Division headquarters underscores its importance in local governance and public services, making it a key area for planning applications and development initiatives.

Population: 38,510 (2016) · Area: 8.0 km² · Elevation: 95m

District: Fife

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: Glenrothes and Mid Fife
LSOA: Milton of Balgonie

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Glenrothes.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Glenrothes based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Glenrothes.

- Golden Acorn Wetherlodge 1 North Street Glenrothes Fife KY7 5NA
Installation of replacement windows, doors, cladding and panelling, and re-painting of render to front of building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 22 Beechwood Avenue Glenrothes Fife KY7 6GD
Removal of pine tree (TPO C0008)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-09-08
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- 15 Beechwood Drive Glenrothes Fife KY7 6GE
Certificate of Lawfulness (Proposed) for alterations and single storey extension to rear of detatched dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Fife | Date: 2022-12-21
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A brief summary of Glenrothes in Fife

Glenrothes sits at an elevation of 95 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 8.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

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Planning Activity in Glenrothes

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Glenrothes. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Glenrothes.

The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Glenrothes were full planning applications (6), tree works (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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