How long do planning decisions take near Kirn?

The average planning decision time near Kirn is 35 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 Kirn?

The planning approval rate near Kirn is 27%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kirn?

The most common type of planning application near Kirn is telecoms, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kirn?

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Kirn, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kirn, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

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About Kirn

Kirn is a charming village located on the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll and Bute, situated along the west shore of the Firth of Clyde. It has seamlessly integrated into the urban landscape between Dunoon and Hunters Quay, near Holy Loch. Historically, Kirn boasted its own pier, featuring buildings designed by Harry Edward Clifford in 1895, and served as a popular stop for Clyde steamer services, attracting holidaymakers primarily from Glasgow. This rich history may influence current planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Argyll and Bute
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Dunoon - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kirn.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kirn based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Kirn.

- Dixon Avenue Dunoon Argyll And Bute
Installation of 2 x 9m light wooden poles
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Garden Ground Of Omard (Plot 2) Alexandra Parade Dunoon Argyll And Bute
Renewal of Planning Permission in Principle 22/00026/PPP (site for the erection of a dwellinghouse)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2025-04-25
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A brief summary of Kirn in Argyll and Bute

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

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

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Kirn. Of these, 27% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Kirn.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kirn were telecoms (8), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

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