Kames, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kames, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

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About Kames

Kames is a quaint village located on the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Nestled along the picturesque shore of the west arm of the Kyles of Bute, it offers a serene setting for potential planning applications in a charming coastal environment.

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Area Information

• Admin district: Argyll and Bute
• Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
• LSOA: Cowal South - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Kames based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Kames.

1. - Wharf Cottage Kames Argyll And Bute PA21 2AD
   Non Material Amendment of Planning Permission 23/01705/PP (Refurbishment and extensions to dwellinghouse, erection of detached garage/covered deck and installation of sewage treatment plant) - Various
   Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-04-02
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2. - Land South West Of Sulpher Springs Kames Argyll And Bute
   Variation of Standard Time Limit Condition relative to planning permission reference 22/00376/PP (Erection of dwellinghouse) - extension to time period for a further 3 years
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-03-26
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3. - Violet Cottage Kames Argyll And Bute PA21 2AB
   Alterations and erection of extension to dwellinghouse
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-08-15
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4. - Uibhist A Deas Kames Argyll And Bute PA21 2AD
   Demolition of conservatory and erection of extension
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-02-26
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A brief summary of Kames in Argyll and Bute

Kames is a quaint village located on the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland. Nestled along the picturesque shore of the west arm of the Kyles of Bute, it offers a serene setting for potential planning applications in a charming coastal environment.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kames 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.

Planning Activity in Kames

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Kames. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kames were full planning applications (4), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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Related Planning Guides

• What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
• What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
• How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.