How long do planning decisions take near Killearn?

The average planning decision time near Killearn is 217 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 Killearn?

The planning approval rate near Killearn is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Killearn?

The most common type of planning application near Killearn is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Killearn?

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Killearn, Stirling Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Killearn, Stirling.

Stirling · Scotland · settlement

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

About Killearn

Killearn is a quaint village in the Stirling council area of Scotland, home to around 1,800 residents. Its small community offers a unique blend of rural charm and local amenities, making it an attractive location for planning applications and developments in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stirling
Parliamentary constituency: Stirling and Strathallan
LSOA: Balfron and Drymen - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Killearn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Killearn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Killearn.

- 5 Main Street Killearn G63 9RJ
Crown reduction 25% & pruning
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-07-06
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- 5 Main Street Killearn G63 9RJ
Crown reduction of Birch tree and remove Cherry tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-04-22
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- Boundary Between 1-3 Old School Court And 9E-9J Main Street Killearn
Fell Ash trees
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-04-22
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- 4 Oak Place Killearn G63 9SB
Garage conversion and alteration to roof
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-11-26
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- 16 Buchanan Road Killearn G63 9RP
Erection of side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-01-31
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- The Killearn Hotel 2 The Square Killearn G63 9NG
Discharge of the Planning Obligation on planning permission 20/00057/FUL
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Stirling | Date: 2024-08-30
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- 71 Main Street Killearn G63 9LF
Felling, remove Lleylandii tree
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2023-09-20
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- Kilwhang 79 Main Street Killearn G63 9LF
removal - 7 ash trees removal - very large and dying/dead conifer trees and replacing with some tall flowering plants/bushes
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2023-06-22
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- 4 The Square Killearn G63 9NF
Existing dwelling where a conservatory was added some years ago, now seeking retrospective permission
Status: Permitted | Council: Stirling | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Killearn in Stirling

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

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Planning Activity in Killearn

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Killearn. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 217 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 Killearn.

With an average of 217 days, decisions near Killearn take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 8-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Killearn were tree works (3), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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