How long do planning decisions take near Insh?

The average planning decision time near Insh is 26 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 Insh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Insh?

The most common type of planning application near Insh is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Insh?

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Insh, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Insh, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

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About Insh

Insh is a charming village located in Highland, Scotland, nestled on the east coast of the Insh Marshes in the Badenoch and Strathspey area, approximately 3.5 miles east of Kingussie. Accessible via the B970 road, which connects Kingussie to Kincraig and Aviemore, Insh is also in proximity to the A9 road running between Inverness and the Central Belt. The area features notable landmarks, including the nearby Speyside Distillery along the route to Ruthven Barracks, making it a significant location for potential planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: Badenoch and Strathspey South - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Insh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Insh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Insh.

- Innisbeg Insh Kingussie Highland PH21 1NT
Use of property as short term holiday letting unit
Status: Referred | Type: Full | Council: Cairngorms | Date: 2025-04-17
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A brief summary of Insh in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Insh

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Insh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

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

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Insh were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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