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Planning in Glentress

Only 1 decision near Glentress in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Glentress

Glentress, located east of Peebles in the Scottish Borders, is approximately 30 miles south of Edinburgh. Nestled within the Tweed Valley Forest Park and adjacent to Traquair Forest in Innerleithen, it features a prominent mountain biking centre. The hamlet of Glentress serves as the main access point, conveniently situated along the A72 road, making it a significant area for outdoor recreation and potential planning developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Glentress 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.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Glentress 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, Glentress 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 Glentress, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Glentress.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Glentress?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Glentress.
What types of planning applications are most common near Glentress?
The most common type of planning application near Glentress is discharge of conditions, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Glentress?
You can search and track planning applications near Glentress on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.