Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kilbarchan, Renfrewshire.
Renfrewshire · Scotland · settlement
About Kilbarchan
Kilbarchan is a village and civil parish located in central Renfrewshire, Scotland, just 5 miles west of Paisley and nearly adjoining Johnstone. Known for its historical significance in the weaving industry, Kilbarchan's name translates to "cell (chapel) of St. Barchan," reflecting its rich cultural heritage. This vibrant community offers a unique blend of history and modern living, making it a notable area for planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Renfrewshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Paisley and Renfrewshire South
- LSOA: Johnstone South West - 01
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kilbarchan.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kilbarchan.
- 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 Kilbarchan based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Kilbarchan.
- - 21 Shuttle Street Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2JN
Formation of a driveway with associated works including removal of wall to front of dwellinghouse (in retrospect)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 4 Park Gardens Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2LR
Certificate of Lawfulness of proposed development for erection of single storey extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Barholm Lodge Churchill Place Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2EH
Treeworks to consist of the removal of six trees comprising four Scots pine, one larch and one beech and the crown reduction by 20% of three trees comprising two beech and one oak
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 10 Gateside Place Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2LY
Replacement of eight timber sash and case windows with new double glazed timber sash and case windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 15 Low Barholm Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2ES
Replacement of timber sash and case windows with double glazed timber sash and case windows at both ground floor and upper floor dormers on front elevation of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 10 Gateside Place Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2LY
Replacement of eight timber sash and case windows with new double glazed timber sash and case windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - 1 Mccrorie Place Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2BF
Treeworks to comprise reduction and maintenance works to one Horse Chestnut tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 15 Low Barholm Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2ES
Window alterations to front of property comprising of replacement of single glazing with double glazing
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - 80B Meadside Avenue Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2LT
Installation of accessibility ramp to front of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - 15 Low Barholm Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2ES
Replacement of timber sash and case windows with double glazed timber sash and case windows to front
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-09-04
View full details - - Flat 0/1 33 Church Street Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2JQ
Felling of 1 no. Spruce tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - Site North West Of Glenleven Inn Loom Walk Kilbarchan Johnstone
Erection of house and garage including formation of new access from Lower Loom Walk
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - 19 Steeple Street Kilbarchan Johnstone PA10 2JF
Display of externally illuminated fascia sign
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Renfrewshire | Date: 2024-04-25
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A brief summary of Kilbarchan in Renfrewshire
Kilbarchan is a village and civil parish located in central Renfrewshire, Scotland, just 5 miles west of Paisley and nearly adjoining Johnstone. Known for its historical significance in the weaving industry, Kilbarchan's name translates to "cell (chapel) of St. Barchan," reflecting its rich cultural heritage. This vibrant community offers a unique blend of history and modern living, making it a notable area for planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kilbarchan a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kilbarchan 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 Kilbarchan
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Kilbarchan. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 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 Kilbarchan.
With an average of 94 days, decisions near Kilbarchan 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 Kilbarchan were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (5), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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