How long do planning decisions take near Holmhill?

The average planning decision time near Holmhill is 34 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 Holmhill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Holmhill?

The most common type of planning application near Holmhill is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holmhill?

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Holmhill, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holmhill, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holmhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holmhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Holmhill.

- Thornhill Inn 103 - 106 Drumlanrig Street Thornhill DG3 5LU
CHANGE OF USE AND ALTERATIONS, INCLUDING FORMATION OF WINDOW AND DOOR OPENINGS, TO HOTEL AND RESTAURANT/BAR TO FORM DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Thornhill Inn 103 - 106 Drumlanrig Street Thornhill DG3 5LU
ALTERATIONS, INCLUDING FORMATION OF WINDOW AND DOOR OPENINGS, TO BRING ABOUT THE CHANGE OF USE OF HOTEL AND RESTAURANT/BAR TO DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Cairnkinna Crescent Thornhill
INSTALLATION OF 3 TELECOMMUNICATION POLES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-09-02
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- 5 East Morton Street Thornhill DG3 5LZ
INSTALLATION OF 6 REPLACEMENT WINDOWS ON SOUTH EAST ELEVATION OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-11-01
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A brief summary of Holmhill in Dumfries and Galloway

Holmhill is a settlement located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.

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

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Holmhill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Holmhill were outline applications (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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