How long do planning decisions take near Heathhall?

The average planning decision time near Heathhall is 51 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 approximately 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 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Heathhall?

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Heathhall, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Heathhall, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

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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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Mid Nithsdale - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Heathhall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Heathhall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Heathhall.

- Pavement O/s 84 South Street South Street Exeter
The removal of 2no. existing payphone kiosks and installation of 1no. proposed BT Street Hub unit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Exeter | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Chery Parks Edinburgh Road Heathall Dumfries DG1 3NU
DISPLAY OF 1 NO. INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED PYLON SIGN AND 1 NO. INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED ENTRANCE SIGN
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-05-01
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- 86A Wallamhill Road Locharbriggs Dumfries DG1 1UP
ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE (CLASS 9) INCORPORATING EXISTING GARAGE/STORAGE
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-09-08
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- 15 Gates Drive Heathhall Dumfries DG1 3QJ
ERECTION OF EXTENSION TO NORTH ELEVATION OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Heathhall in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Heathhall

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Heathhall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

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

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Heathhall were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), advertising consent (1). Full planning applications account for 78% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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