How long do planning decisions take near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse?

The average planning decision time near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse is 163 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 Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse?

The planning approval rate near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse?

The most common type of planning application near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse?

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Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse are administered by Highland Council. View the full Highland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Lochalsh - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse.

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 Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse.

- The Highland Fling Station Road Kyle IV40 8AE
Change of use of first floor of the building to hostel (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-09-05
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- Bank House Main Street Kyle IV40 8AB
Use as guest house
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-08-24
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A brief summary of Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse in Highland

Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse is a settlement located in Highland, Scotland.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse a particularly low-crime area.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse 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 Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 163 days.

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

With an average of 163 days, decisions near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Kyle of Lochalsh/Caol Loch Ailse were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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