How long do planning decisions take near Hilton (IV2)?

The average planning decision time near Hilton (IV2) is 46 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 Hilton (IV2)?

The planning approval rate near Hilton (IV2) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hilton (IV2)?

The most common type of planning application near Hilton (IV2) is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hilton (IV2)?

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Hilton (IV2), Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hilton (IV2), Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Hilton (IV2) are administered by Highland Council. View the full Highland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Inverness East Rural - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hilton (IV2).

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 Hilton (IV2) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hilton (IV2).

26/02569/FUL - 158 Castle Heather Drive Inverness IV2 4ED
Erection of conservatory
Status: Undecided | Council: Highland | Date: 2026-06-17
- 158 Castle Heather Drive Inverness IV2 4ED
Erection of conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2026-06-15
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A brief summary of Hilton (IV2) in Highland

Hilton (IV2) is a settlement located in Highland, Scotland.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hilton (IV2) a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hilton (IV2) 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 Hilton (IV2)

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Hilton (IV2). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hilton (IV2) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hilton (IV2) were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 8 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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