How long do planning decisions take near Holywood?

The average planning decision time near Holywood is 48 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 Holywood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Holywood?

The most common type of planning application near Holywood is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holywood?

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Holywood, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holywood, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Holywood are administered by Dumfries And Galloway Council. View the full Dumfries And Galloway Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Holywood

Holywood is a village and civil parish located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, within the historical county of Dumfriesshire. Developed in the mid-twentieth century, the village saw significant growth beginning in 1949, when the county council constructed 18 houses, followed by an additional 38 homes shortly thereafter. This development is relevant for those researching current planning applications and housing initiatives in the area.

District: Dumfries and Galloway

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: New Abbey - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holywood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holywood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Holywood.

- Dalawoodie Lodge Newbridge Dumfries DG2 0QY
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO SOUTH ELEVATION OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Dalawoodie Lodge Newbridge Dumfries DG2 0QY
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO SOUTH ELEVATION OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Orchard House Dalawoodie Newbridge Dumfries DG2 0QY
INSTALLATION OF 1NO. TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLE
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-12-27
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- Dalawoodie Newbridge DG2 0QX
INSTALLATION OF 6NO. TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-12-27
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A brief summary of Holywood in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Holywood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Holywood were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

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