How long do planning decisions take near Kilrea?

The average planning decision time near Kilrea is 193 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 Kilrea?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kilrea?

The most common type of planning application near Kilrea is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kilrea?

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Kilrea, Coleraine Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kilrea, Coleraine.

Coleraine · Northern Ireland · settlement

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About Kilrea

Kilrea is a charming village and civil parish in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, with a population of 1,678 as recorded in the 2011 Census. Named after the ancient church near the current Church of Ireland on Church Street, Kilrea boasts a picturesque location near the River Bann, which delineates the boundary between County Londonderry and County Antrim. Situated within the Causeway Coast and Glens district, Kilrea presents potential opportunities for planning applications in a vibrant community setting.

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Area Information

Admin district: Causeway Coast and Glens
Parliamentary constituency: East Londonderry
LSOA: Bann_E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kilrea based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Kilrea.

- Lands to the rear of 22-24 Bridge Street, Kilrea
Discharge of Condition 2, 3 & 4 of LA01/2024/0696/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 28-30 Maghera Street, Kilrea
Change of use of part vacant commercial unit to apartment
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-09-30
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- 45-47 Maghera Street, Kilrea
Non material change to LA01/2023/1256/F:- - Infill wall removed and existing fence to be retained - Brick removed from front elevation - Brick and render changes to side elevation - Funeral home reduc
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2025-04-25
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- Lands to the rear of 22-24 Bridge Street, Kilrea
Existing outbuildings to be replaced with 4no of 1 bedroom apartments and landscaped communal area (Amended description) (Amended plans received)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2024-06-14
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- 4 Loughview Park, Kilrea
Proposed change of use from dwelling to HMO
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Causeway and Glens | Date: 2023-05-25
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A brief summary of Kilrea in Coleraine

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

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Planning Activity in Kilrea

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Kilrea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 193 days.

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

With an average of 193 days, decisions near Kilrea take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Kilrea were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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