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Planning in Kilmarnock

Approved
94%
77 of 82 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kilmarnock in the last 24 months, from East Ayrshire Council's planning register.

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Around Kilmarnock

Postcode districts

KA1 151 applications in the last 12 monthsKA3 147 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Ayrshire Council

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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.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kilmarnock area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Kilmarnock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Kilmarnock, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 123 planning applications were submitted near Kilmarnock. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (37), discharge of conditions (8), advertising consent (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kilmarnock?
In the last 24 months, 123 planning applications were submitted near Kilmarnock. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kilmarnock?
The average planning decision time near Kilmarnock is 87 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 Kilmarnock?
The planning approval rate near Kilmarnock is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kilmarnock?
The most common type of planning application near Kilmarnock is full planning applications, with 37 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kilmarnock?
You can search and track planning applications near Kilmarnock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.