How long do planning decisions take near Keith?

The average planning decision time near Keith is 61 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 Keith?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Keith?

The most common type of planning application near Keith is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Keith?

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Keith, Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Keith, Moray.

Moray · Scotland · Town

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

About Keith

Keith is a small town located in the Moray council area of north east Scotland, with a population of 4,734 residents. This quaint town offers a unique blend of community charm and potential for development, making it a notable area for planning applications and local projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: Rural Keith and Strathisla - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Keith.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Keith based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Keith.

- 43 Nelson Terrace Keith Moray AB55 5EF
Proposed sunroom extension at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-28
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- Land Opposite 8 Nelson Terrace Keith Moray
Erect 1no dwelling on
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Site Adjacent To 8 Seafield Walk Keith AB55 5BW
Erect 1no dwellinghouse with double garage linked by car port on
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Fife Arms Hotel Regent Street Keith Moray AB55 5DZ
Change of material from timber to white UVPC windows and composite door at
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Site Adjacent To 35 Nelson Terrace Keith Moray
Revise house design and position approved under ref 19/00682/APP to erect a dwellinghouse on
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Blinkbonny Cottage 48 Union Street Keith Moray AB55 5DP
Alter and extend dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-01-12
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- Land Between No 35 And No 39 Nelson Terrace Keith Moray
Erect dwellinghouse on
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 44 Regent Street Keith Moray AB55 5EW
Convert office to self contained flat at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2023-05-12
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A brief summary of Keith in Moray

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

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

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Keith. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

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

At 61 days on average, decisions near Keith slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Keith were full planning applications (9), outline applications (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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