How long do planning decisions take near Gretna?

The average planning decision time near Gretna is 37 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 Gretna?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Gretna?

The most common type of planning application near Gretna is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gretna?

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Gretna, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gretna, Dumfries and Galloway.

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About Gretna

Gretna is a modern town situated in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, near the England-Scotland border and the confluence of the rivers Esk and Sark. Established in 1915, it lies approximately 1km south of the historic village of Gretna Green, and is conveniently located near the A74(M) motorway, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £264,142 (based on 17 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Gretna - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gretna.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gretna based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Gretna.

- 29 Annan Road Gretna DG16 5DH
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO NORTH ELEVATION AND CANOPY TO EAST ELEVATION AND FORMATION OF RAMPED ACCESS TO EAST ELEVATION OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 21 The Hawthorns Gretna DG16 5QA
NON MATERIAL VARIATION REQUEST RELATING TO PLANNING PERMISSION 23/0194/FUL FOR REDUCTION OF EXTENSION WIDTH
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Kingfisher Lane Gretna DG16 5DR
INSTALLATION OF 4NO. TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 52 Victory Avenue Gretna DG16 5AB
WORKS TO TREE (TPO 01/4/11)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 12, 13 & 14 Hawthorn Close (Formerly Plots 4, 5 & 6) Gretna DG16 5QB
ERECTION OF 3 DWELLINGHOUSES (AMENDED HOUSE TYPES AND LAYOUT TO THAT PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION 08/P/4/0355)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-05-19
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- 10 Surrone Road Gretna DG16 5AL
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO EAST ELEVATION
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-08-02
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A brief summary of Gretna in Dumfries and Galloway

Property prices in Gretna show an average sale price of £264,142, based on 17 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Gretna includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Solway Flats & Marshes SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Solway Coast; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solway Firth; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solway Firth; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Upper Solway Flats & Marshes. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Gretna

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Gretna. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

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

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Gretna were outline applications (8), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3).

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