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18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Gretna · updated daily · Dumfries and Galloway Council

Planning in Gretna

Approved
95%
18 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Gretna in the last 24 months, from Dumfries and Galloway Council's planning register.

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Around Gretna

Postcode districts

DG16 37 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dumfries and Galloway Council

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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.

Property prices in Gretna show an average sale price of £264,142, based on 17 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gretna 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 Gretna a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gretna has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gretna 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Gretna, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Gretna. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (8), full planning applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gretna?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Gretna. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gretna?
The average planning decision time near Gretna is 42 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 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gretna?
The most common type of planning application near Gretna is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gretna?
You can search and track planning applications near Gretna on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.