How long do planning decisions take near Inverkeithing?

The average planning decision time near Inverkeithing 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 Inverkeithing?

The planning approval rate near Inverkeithing is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Inverkeithing?

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

How can I track planning applications near Inverkeithing?

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Inverkeithing, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Inverkeithing, Fife.

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About Inverkeithing

Inverkeithing is a historic Royal burgh and coastal town located in Fife, Scotland, situated on the northern shore of the Firth of Forth. It lies approximately 9.5 miles (15.5 km) northwest of Edinburgh city centre and just 3.5 miles (5.5 km) south of Dunfermline, making it a strategic location for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: Dunfermline and Dollar
LSOA: Abbeyview South East

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Inverkeithing.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Inverkeithing based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Inverkeithing.

- St Peters Church Church Street Inverkeithing Fife KY11 1LQ
Condition Compliance for Condition 1 of 25/00246/LBC - PRIOR TO WORKS COMMENCING ON SITE
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-09-08
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A brief summary of Inverkeithing in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Inverkeithing

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Inverkeithing. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Inverkeithing.

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 Inverkeithing were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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