Knockan, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Knockan, Argyll and Bute.
Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Knockan are administered by Argyll And Bute Council. View the full Argyll And Bute Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Knockan
Knockan is a small township comprising six crofts, located in the Ardtun community on the southern part of the Isle of Mull, off Scotland's west coast. This picturesque area may present opportunities for planning applications, particularly in rural development and agricultural projects.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Argyll and Bute
- Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- LSOA: Mull, Iona, Coll and Tiree - 04
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Knockan.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Knockan.
- 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 Knockan based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
22 planning applications found near Knockan.
- 26/00804/PP - High Lee Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Demolition of existing dwellinghouse and erection of replacement dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-05-14 - - Leob Croft Pennyghael Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA70 6HF
Alterations and extension to croft house, erection of boiler and drying area, extension and change of use of byre to form dwellinghouse, conversion of derelict byre to form dwellinghouse, siting of yu
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-05-20
View full details - - Achadaphail Croft Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Erection of agricultural building
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Argyll | Date: 2023-05-15
View full details - - The Stackyard Knockan Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DP
Non material amendment to Planning Permission 18/01544/PP - Change in house position
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2021-03-12
View full details - - Log House Knockan Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Installation of replacement roof covering
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2021-01-05
View full details - - Land North East Of Achadaphail Croft Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Renewal of planning permission in principle reference 17/00801/PPP (Site for the erection of dwellinghouse)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2020-02-03
View full details - - The Stackyard Knockan Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DP
Erection of dwellinghouse and installation of sewage treatment plant
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2018-07-10
View full details - - Land North West Of Hillpark Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute
Erection of 2 wooden poles
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-04-20
View full details - - Land North East Of Achadaphail Croft Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Site for the erection of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-03-21
View full details - - Log House Knockan Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Erection of detached garage and storage sheds
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2016-10-06
View full details - - Shian Knockan Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Alterations and extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2016-05-13
View full details - - Land North East Of Achadaphail Croft Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Site for the erection of dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2014-01-28
View full details - - A'Ghlac Mhor Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Erection of extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2012-02-04
View full details - - Leob Croft Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA70 6HF
Partial change of use from agricultural shed to agricultural shed and living accommodtion on first floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2008-07-01
View full details - - Knockan Cottage Ardtun Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2007-06-04
View full details - - Lee Cottage Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA67 6DN
Alterations and extensions to existing dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2006-12-22
View full details - - Leob Croft Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA70 6HF
Erection of Wind Turbine
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2006-05-30
View full details - - Leob Croft Bunessan Isle Of Mull Argyll And Bute PA70 6HF
Erection of Cow Shed and Greenhouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Argyll | Date: 2006-03-06
View full details - - Leob Croft Bunessan Isle Of Mull
Erection of Farm Machinery Shed and Greenhouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Argyll | Date: 2005-08-22
View full details - - Leob Croft Bunessan Isle Of Mull
Extension to croft house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2004-01-29
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A brief summary of Knockan in Argyll and Bute
Knockan is a small township comprising six crofts, located in the Ardtun community on the southern part of the Isle of Mull, off Scotland's west coast. This picturesque area may present opportunities for planning applications, particularly in rural development and agricultural projects.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Knockan a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knockan 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 Knockan
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Knockan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Knockan may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Knockan were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Achnahard planning applications
- Ardtun planning applications
- Lee planning applications
- Lower Ardtun planning applications
- Bunessan planning applications
- Uisken planning applications
- Ardalanish planning applications
- Aridhglas planning applications
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.