Kingsbarns, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kingsbarns, Fife.

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About Kingsbarns

Kingsbarns is a picturesque village and parish located on the eastern coast of Fife, Scotland, within the charming East Neuk region. Situated approximately 6.5 miles southeast of St Andrews and 3.6 miles north of Crail, the village derives its name from the historic barns that once stored grain for transport to the Palace at Falkland. This rich history and scenic location make Kingsbarns a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

• Admin district: Fife
• Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
• LSOA: Leuchars West

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kingsbarns.

Keyword Scorecard

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

• 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 Kingsbarns based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Kingsbarns.

1. - 6A Station Road Kingsbarns St Andrews Fife KY16 8TB
   Installation of replacement roof tiles and (retrospective) replacement rooflights to front and rear
   Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-02-27
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2. - 12 North Carr View Kingsbarns St Andrews Fife KY16 8SX
   Erection of boundary fence (wall to be demolished)
   Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-04-25
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3. - 1 Bells Wynd Kingsbarns St Andrews Fife KY16 8SP
   Erection of a single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse
   Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-05-27
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4. - 13 Back Stile Kingsbarns St Andrews Fife KY16 8ST
   Crown reduction to 5 no. trees (Sycamore, Gum, Purple Plum
   Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-03-20
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5. - 7 Smiddy Burn Kingsbarns St Andrews Fife KY16 8SN
   Various tree works - full description on application form
   Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Fife | Date: 2023-08-08
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A brief summary of Kingsbarns in Fife

Kingsbarns is a picturesque village and parish located on the eastern coast of Fife, Scotland, within the charming East Neuk region. Situated approximately 6.5 miles southeast of St Andrews and 3.6 miles north of Crail, the village derives its name from the historic barns that once stored grain for transport to the Palace at Falkland. This rich history and scenic location make Kingsbarns a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingsbarns 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 Kingsbarns

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Kingsbarns. The average decision time was 43 days.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kingsbarns were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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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.