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Planning in Howwood

Only 4 decisions near Howwood in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Howwood in the last 24 months, from Renfrewshire Council's planning register.

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About Howwood

Howwood is a village located in Renfrewshire, Scotland, nestled between Johnstone and Lochwinnoch, and conveniently situated just off the A737 dual carriageway, providing easy access to Paisley and the Ayrshire border. The village is served by Howwood railway station, making it a well-connected area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,798 (2022 estimate). It sits within the Renfrewshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Howwood area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Howwood 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, Howwood 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 Howwood, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Howwood.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Howwood?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Howwood.
What types of planning applications are most common near Howwood?
The most common type of planning application near Howwood is discharge of conditions, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Howwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Howwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.