How long do planning decisions take near Kirkhill?

The average planning decision time near Kirkhill is 46 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 Kirkhill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kirkhill?

The most common type of planning application near Kirkhill is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kirkhill?

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Kirkhill, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kirkhill, Highland.

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About Kirkhill

Kirkhill is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Highland council area of Scotland, situated 10 miles west of Inverness and just 2 miles southeast of Beauly. Nestled near the south opening of the Beauly Firth, Kirkhill offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and local development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
LSOA: Inverness West Rural - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kirkhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kirkhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Kirkhill.

- 2 Aird Crescent Kirkhill Inverness IV5 7NA
Erection of garage/shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Highland | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Dunearn Mill View Crescent Kirkhill Inverness IV5 7PE
Erection of porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2024-09-16
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- 61 Newton Park Kirkhill Inverness IV5 7QB
Erection of extension and outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2024-05-27
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A brief summary of Kirkhill in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Kirkhill

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Kirkhill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kirkhill were full planning applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications was submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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