How long do planning decisions take near Kilchoan?

The average planning decision time near Kilchoan is 62 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 Kilchoan?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kilchoan?

The most common type of planning application near Kilchoan is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kilchoan?

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Kilchoan, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kilchoan, Highland.

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About Kilchoan

Kilchoan is a picturesque village located on the Ardnamurchan peninsula in Lochaber, Highland, and holds the distinction of being the most westerly village on the British mainland. Nestled alongside the Sound of Mull, Kilchoan features the coastal areas of Ormsaigmore and Ormsaigbeg, making it a unique locale for planning applications and development opportunities within this scenic region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Lochaber West - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kilchoan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kilchoan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Kilchoan.

- Kilchoan Primary School Kilchoan Acharacle PH36 4LH
Alterations and extensions to school
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-11-19
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- Land 50M SE Of Glengorm Kilchoan
Erection of house
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-04-28
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A brief summary of Kilchoan in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Kilchoan

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Kilchoan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Kilchoan slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Kilchoan were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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