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Planning in Innertown

Approved
90%
28 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Innertown in the last 24 months, from Orkney Islands Council's planning register.

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About Innertown

Innertown is a settlement located in Orkney Islands, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Innertown 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 Innertown 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, Innertown 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 Innertown, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Innertown. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 102 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (4), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Innertown?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Innertown. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Innertown?
The average planning decision time near Innertown is 102 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 Innertown?
The planning approval rate near Innertown is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Innertown?
The most common type of planning application near Innertown is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Innertown?
You can search and track planning applications near Innertown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.