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Planning in Kinghorn

Only 8 decisions near Kinghorn in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kinghorn in the last 24 months, from Fife Council's planning register.

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About Kinghorn

Kinghorn is a picturesque town and parish located in Fife, Scotland, situated on the north shore of the Firth of Forth, directly across from Edinburgh. Renowned as a seaside resort, it boasts two scenic beaches—Kinghorn Beach and Pettycur Bay—alongside a charming fishing port, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications in coastal development and tourism.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kinghorn 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 Kinghorn 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, Kinghorn 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 Kinghorn, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Kinghorn.

The most common types were telecoms (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kinghorn?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Kinghorn.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kinghorn?
The most common type of planning application near Kinghorn is telecoms, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kinghorn?
You can search and track planning applications near Kinghorn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.