Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire.
East Ayrshire · Scotland · Town
Planning applications in Kilmarnock are administered by East Ayrshire Council. View the full East Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock, often called Killie, is a town in East Ayrshire, southwest Scotland, and has been the administrative hub of the region since 1996. As the principal commercial and industrial centre of East Ayrshire, it boasts 284 listed buildings, including notable structures such as the Dick Institute, Dean Castle, and the historic Kilmarnock Academy. Recent developments from the 1970s, including The Foregate and Clydesdale Bank building, are under consideration for listed status, highlighting the town's rich architectural heritage and ongoing evolution.
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Kilmarnock and Loudoun
- LSOA: Piersland - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kilmarnock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kilmarnock.
- 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 Kilmarnock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Kilmarnock.
- - 3 Rugby Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2DP
Rear infill extension to form larger open plan kitchen/dining.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 91 Dundonald Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1TQ
Single storey rear extension and associated external alterations
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 12 - 14 Titchfield Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1PH
Proposed change of use of vacant licensed bookmakers to form hot food takeaway with erection of flue to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - Holy Trinity Church 4 Portland Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2BS
Removal of full grown Lime Tree 8m south of church halls and 2m from boundary wall with neighbour
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 14 Portland Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2BS
Remove and replace roof slates with new, erection of rear dormer and internal alterations to attic.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 98 - 100 King Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1PG
Installation of dual swing entrance doors replacing existing roller shutter on front elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 98 - 100 King Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1PG
Advertisement of the following types : Fascia Sign, Projecting Sign, High level sign to rear elevation - Sign D
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 59 - 61 John Finnie Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1BH
Advertisement of the following types : Fascia Sign (Illuminated)
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - 59 - 61 John Finnie Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1BH
External alterations and repairs to shop front (including painting) and installation of roller shutter to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - Maxwell Cottage 41 High Glencairn Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 4AE
Proposed change of use from Class 1A (Commercial Therapy Centre) to Class 9 (Dwelling)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-10-14
View full details - - 21 Charles Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2DX
Proposed replacement of existing conservatory roof and erection of side/rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-06-23
View full details - - 16 Portland Road Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 2BS
Placement of overclad storage container at the rear of the building. (Retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-06-12
View full details - - The Palace Theatre 9 Green Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 3BN
Discharge of Condition 3(a) (Final Scheme of Conservation, repair and refurbishment Works) of Listed Building Consent 24/0428/LB
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-04-18
View full details - - The Palace Theatre 9 Green Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 3BN
Discharge of Condition 4 (b) (Slated Roof Areas) of Listed Building Consent 24/0428/LB.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-04-18
View full details - - The Palace Theatre 9 Green Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 3BN
Discharge of Condition 4(a) (Archaeological Method Statement) of Planning Permission 24/0426/PP (Refurbishment of Palace Theatre)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-04-18
View full details - - The Palace Theatre 9 Green Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 3BN
Discharge of Condition (7) (Replacement Natural Stone) of Listed Building Consent 24/0428/LB (Refurbishment of Palace Theatre)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-04-18
View full details - - Sallys Salon Services 28 Nelson Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1BA
Proposed installation of replacement illuminated fascia sign, 2no. non-illuminated fascia signs and display of vinyl window graphics.
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - 6 Wallace Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1SB
Installation of rooflight windows and erection of patio covering and garden shed (retrospective in part in so far as it relates to patio covering and garden shed)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-04-25
View full details - - 45B John Finnie Street Kilmarnock East Ayrshire KA1 1BL
Change of use from hot food takeaway [sui generis] to estate agents office [class 2]
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Kilmarnock in East Ayrshire
Kilmarnock, often called Killie, is a town in East Ayrshire, southwest Scotland, and has been the administrative hub of the region since 1996. As the principal commercial and industrial centre of East Ayrshire, it boasts 284 listed buildings, including notable structures such as the Dick Institute, Dean Castle, and the historic Kilmarnock Academy. Recent developments from the 1970s, including The Foregate and Clydesdale Bank building, are under consideration for listed status, highlighting the town's rich architectural heritage and ongoing evolution.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kilmarnock a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kilmarnock 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 Kilmarnock
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Kilmarnock. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 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 Kilmarnock.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Kilmarnock were full planning applications (24), advertising consent (7), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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