How long do planning decisions take near Gogar?

The average planning decision time near Gogar is 35 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 Gogar?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gogar?

The most common type of planning application near Gogar is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gogar?

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Gogar, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gogar, City of Edinburgh.

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About Gogar

Gogar is a mainly rural area situated to the west of Edinburgh, Scotland. It is conveniently located near key sites such as Gogarloch, Edinburgh Park, and Maybury, with the Fife Circle Line running to the north. This setting offers a blend of countryside charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh West
LSOA: Corstorphine South - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gogar.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gogar based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Gogar.

- 1 Castle Gogar Rigg Edinburgh EH12 9FP
New garage to side of house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-12-03
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- Royal Bank Of Scotland 201 Gogar Station Road Gogar Edinburgh EH12 9SB
Norway Spruce to dismantle the tree to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-06-20
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- Royal Bank Of Scotland 201 Gogar Station Road Gogar Edinburgh EH12 9SB
Quercus palustris to dismantle the tree to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-06-20
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- 10 Castle Gogar Rigg Edinburgh EH12 9FP
T4 Sycamore, fell, existing tree is in poor condition & poorly positioned. G2 row of x4 Birch, remove 1 No. tree within G2 to form new entrance & add 3 No. Birch trees between G1 & G2.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2024-06-28
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- Land To South West Of Meadowfield Farm Turnhouse Road Edinburgh
Mixed use development, including commercial floorspace (class 1a Shops, financial, professional and other services; class 3 restaurants and cafes; sui generis including public houses; class 4 business
Status: Permitted | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-09-05
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- Tree Works Glasgow Road Edinburgh
Willow - to reduce height of tree.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Gogar in City of Edinburgh

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

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Planning Activity in Gogar

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Gogar. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gogar were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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