How long do planning decisions take near Lamlash?

The average planning decision time near Lamlash is 90 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 Lamlash?

The planning approval rate near Lamlash is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lamlash?

The most common type of planning application near Lamlash is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lamlash?

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Lamlash, North Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lamlash, North Ayrshire.

North Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Lamlash

Lamlash, located on the Isle of Arran in the Firth of Clyde, is a picturesque town three miles south of Brodick, the island's main settlement. It serves as the administrative hub for Arran, housing local government offices, a police station, secondary school, and hospital. Primarily driven by tourism, Lamlash features an RNLI Lifeboat station and a summer ferry service to Holy Isle, alongside historical landmarks like Hamilton Terrace, which showcases charming seafront cottages. This vibrant community presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in the tourism and public sector.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Ayrshire and Arran
LSOA: Arran - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lamlash.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lamlash based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Lamlash.

- Site To North Of Dalfruin Lamlash Isle Of Arran North Ayrshire
Erection of two detached dwelling houses
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-09-03
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- Rock Cottage Lamlash Brodick Isle Of Arran North Ayrshire KA27 8NQ
Conversion of outbuilding to form short term let holiday accommodation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-04-21
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- Ravenswood Lamlash Brodick Isle Of Arran North Ayrshire KA27 8NQ
Erection of replacement dwelling house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-03-21
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- Site To West Of Glenarry Lamlash Isle Of Arran North Ayrshire
Change of use of field to site 10 chalets with associated entrance access, car parking provision and enhanced landscaped areas
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2024-07-12
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- Old Pavilion Lamlash Brodick Ayrshire KA27 8LS
Siting of burger van within one car parking space for temporary period of three years
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2023-06-13
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A brief summary of Lamlash in North Ayrshire

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

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Planning Activity in Lamlash

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Lamlash. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 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 Lamlash.

The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Lamlash were full planning applications (7). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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