How long do planning decisions take near Inverkeithny?

The average planning decision time near Inverkeithny is 29 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 Inverkeithny?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Inverkeithny?

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

How can I track planning applications near Inverkeithny?

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Inverkeithny, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Inverkeithny, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Inverkeithny are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Inverkeithny

Inverkeithny is a village located in the Formartine area of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, positioned near the confluence of the Burn of Forgue and the River Deveron. Situated 7 miles west of Turriff and 3 miles southeast of Aberchirder, this village was noted as "near-deserted" in 1990 by Charles McKean, highlighting its sparse population and potential for planning considerations in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Huntly - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Inverkeithny.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Inverkeithny based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Inverkeithny in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Inverkeithny

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Inverkeithny. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

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

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Inverkeithny were outline applications (1).

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