Kilmacolm, Inverclyde Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kilmacolm, Inverclyde.
Inverclyde · Scotland · settlement
About Kilmacolm
Kilmacolm is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Inverclyde council area of Scotland, approximately 7.5 miles southeast of Greenock and 15 miles west of Glasgow. With a population of around 4,000, it serves as a gateway to a vast rural hinterland of 15,000 hectares, which includes the historic Quarrier's Village, initially founded in the 19th century as a residential home for orphans. This charming locale offers a unique blend of community and countryside, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Inverclyde
- Parliamentary constituency: Inverclyde and Renfrewshire West
- LSOA: Kilmacolm, Quarriers, Greenock Upper East/Central - 01
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kilmacolm.
- 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 Kilmacolm based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Kilmacolm.
- - Southpark Upper Flat Rowantreehill Road Kilmacolm PA13 4NP
Replace three bay windows and two kitchen windows on the principal (west) elevation at first floor level (prior notification)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Inverclyde | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Mosswood Glenmosston Road Kilmacolm PA13 4PF
Erection of single storey extensions to sides to form entrance porch and sunroom and rear to form dining room
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Inverclyde | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Ardenvohr Glencairn Road Kilmacolm PA13 4NR
Installation of replacement front door, sidescreen and window at the front elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Inverclyde | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Durisdeer Glenmosston Road Kilmacolm PA13 4PF
Removal of existing raised patio and steps. Erection of new raised deck and steps with glass balustrade. Enlargement of window opening on west elevation to form bi-fold doors and replacement of south
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Inverclyde | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - Fidra Gryffe Road Kilmacolm PA13 4BA
Alterations to dwellinghouse to form first floor terrace and extended ground floor terrace at rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Inverclyde | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - Inchbroom Gryffe Road Kilmacolm PA13 4BA
Erection of single storey side extension to house to create a lounge room and a living/games room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Inverclyde | Date: 2023-08-23
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A brief summary of Kilmacolm in Inverclyde
Kilmacolm is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Inverclyde council area of Scotland, approximately 7.5 miles southeast of Greenock and 15 miles west of Glasgow. With a population of around 4,000, it serves as a gateway to a vast rural hinterland of 15,000 hectares, which includes the historic Quarrier's Village, initially founded in the 19th century as a residential home for orphans. This charming locale offers a unique blend of community and countryside, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kilmacolm a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kilmacolm 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 Kilmacolm
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Kilmacolm. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kilmacolm may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Kilmacolm were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 73% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.