Golspie, Highland Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Golspie, Highland.
Highland · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Golspie are administered by Highland Council. View the full Highland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Golspie
Golspie is a coastal village and parish located in Sutherland, Highland, Scotland, nestled beneath the prominent Ben Bhraggie. With a population of approximately 1,350, it offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community charm, making it an appealing area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Highland
- Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
- LSOA: Sutherland East - 01
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Golspie.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Golspie.
- 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 Golspie based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
43 planning applications found near Golspie.
- - Golspie Area Youth Centre East Millicent Avenue Golspie KW10 6TL
Installation of door
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2024-07-24
View full details - - Kirkland Ltd 95 Main Street Golspie KW10 6TG
Change of use from computer shop to coffee roasting and retail unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2022-11-22
View full details - - Golspie Youth Centre And Community Education Office Golspie
Replacement of existing mansard and flat roof with pitched metal roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2021-01-27
View full details - - Moray View Main Street Golspie KW10 6TQ
Alterations and change of use from house to shop including installation of sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2020-11-27
View full details - - Land 10M SW Of Car Park Fountain Road Golspie
Erection of 8m pole with 3 no. antenna and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Highland | Date: 2018-04-12
View full details - - Fountain Road Car Park Fountain Road Golspie KW10 6TH
Erection of 10m tall smart metering pole with 1no Omni antenna at 11.15m and associated works
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Highland | Date: 2018-03-09
View full details - - 1 Lindsay Street Golspie KW10 6TN
Extension to house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2017-08-31
View full details - - Offices At Former Surgery Site East Millicent Avenue Golspie KW10 6TL
Conversion & extension to form 2 houses
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2015-08-26
View full details - - Land 50M SW Of Shore Car Park Main Street Golspie
Erection of Sculpture/Art Installation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2014-04-29
View full details - - Craigmhor Main Street Golspie KW10 6RA
Erection of extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2013-07-25
View full details - - Achindour Main Street Golspie KW10 6TQ
Formation of a utility room extension to the existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2013-03-26
View full details - - Police Houses Main Street Golspie
Change of use from former police station to residential house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2013-03-18
View full details - - 13 Seaforth Road Golspie KW10 6TJ
Erection of garage and relocation of existing LPG tank
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2011-11-08
View full details - - Plot 1 Campbells Lane Main Street Golspie
Demolition of store and erection of house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2010-12-08
View full details - - Land To Rear Of Rispond Main Street Golspie
Erection of house (Detail)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-12-18
View full details - - Lonemore Main Street Golspie KW10 6RA
Erection of extension to rear of house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-11-30
View full details - - 1 Park Court Main Street Golspie
Change of use from residential to house of multiple occupancy
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-11-06
View full details - - Aulden Main Street Golspie KW10 6TG
Alterations and erection of extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-04-09
View full details - - Clydebridge Main Street Golspie KW10 6TG
Alteration and erection of extension to house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-03-20
View full details - - J Fraser And Son Fountain Buildings Main Street Golspie KW10 6TG
Alteration and erection of extension and conversion of former shop to domestic use (Listed Building Consent)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-01-28
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A brief summary of Golspie in Highland
Golspie is a coastal village and parish located in Sutherland, Highland, Scotland, nestled beneath the prominent Ben Bhraggie. With a population of approximately 1,350, it offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community charm, making it an appealing area for planning applications and development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Golspie a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Golspie 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.
Planning Activity in Golspie
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Golspie. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Golspie may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 65 days on average, decisions near Golspie slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Golspie were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications was submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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