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Planning in Heathhall

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Heathhall

Heathhall is a suburban area located to the north of Dumfries in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, with a population of 3,225. Historically an airfield during World War II, it now features essential amenities such as a primary school with a nursery, and is home to notable sites like the B-Listed Gates factory and the Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum. Conveniently situated along the A701 road, which connects to the A75, Heathhall presents a unique blend of residential living and historical significance for those researching planning applications in the region.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Heathhall 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, Heathhall 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 Heathhall, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Heathhall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), advertising consent (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heathhall?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Heathhall. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heathhall?
The average planning decision time near Heathhall is 45 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 Heathhall?
The planning approval rate near Heathhall is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heathhall?
The most common type of planning application near Heathhall is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heathhall?
You can search and track planning applications near Heathhall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.