How long do planning decisions take near Knockan?

The average planning decision time near Knockan is 123 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 Knockan?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Knockan?

The most common type of planning application near Knockan is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Knockan?

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Knockan, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knockan, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Knockan are administered by Highland Council. View the full Highland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Knockan

Knockan is a small township comprising six crofts, located within the Ardtun community in the southern part of the Isle of Mull, off Scotland's west coast. This picturesque area may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, reflecting its rural character and community-focused development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
LSOA: Sutherland North and West - 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.

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A brief summary of Knockan in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Knockan

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Knockan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 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.

With an average of 123 days, decisions near Knockan take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Knockan were outline applications (1).

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