How long do planning decisions take near Kyleakin?

The average planning decision time near Kyleakin 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 Kyleakin?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Kyleakin?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kyleakin?

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Kyleakin, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kyleakin, Highland.

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About Kyleakin

Kyleakin is a picturesque village located on the east coast of the Isle of Skye in the Inner Hebrides, Scotland. Nestled along the strait of Kyle Akin, it lies directly opposite the town of Kyle of Lochalsh on the northwest Scottish mainland. The village falls within the parish of Strath, also referred to as Strath Swordale, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in this scenic region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Skye South - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kyleakin.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kyleakin based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kyleakin.

- Cove Sea South Obbe Kyleakin Isle Of Skye IV41 8PN
Alerations and extensions to house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Kyleakin in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Kyleakin

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Kyleakin. 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 Kyleakin may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 163 days, decisions near Kyleakin 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 Kyleakin 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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