How long do planning decisions take near Keir Mill?

The average planning decision time near Keir Mill is 101 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 Keir Mill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Keir Mill?

The most common type of planning application near Keir Mill is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Keir Mill?

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Keir Mill, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Keir Mill, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Keir Mill are administered by Dumfries And Galloway Council. View the full Dumfries And Galloway Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Keir Mill

Keir is a civil parish located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, featuring the quaint village of Keir Mill, situated just one mile south of Penpont. Established in the late eighteenth century, this area offers a unique blend of historical charm and rural landscape, making it an interesting location for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Thornhill - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Keir Mill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Keir Mill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Keir Mill in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Keir Mill

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Keir Mill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

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

With an average of 101 days, decisions near Keir Mill take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Keir Mill were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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