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Planning in Larne

Approved
85%
55 of 63 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Larne in the last 24 months, from Mid and East Antrim Borough Council's planning register.

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About Larne

Larne is a vibrant town located on the east coast of County Antrim, Northern Ireland, boasting a population of 18,853 as of the 2021 census. Known for its significant roll-on roll-off port, it plays a crucial role in passenger and freight transport. Situated within the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council area, Larne is part of the East Antrim constituency, which also includes parts of Antrim, Newtownabbey, and Causeway Coast and Glens, making it a key area for planning applications and local governance.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Larne 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Larne, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Larne. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (48), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Larne?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Larne. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Larne?
The average planning decision time near Larne is 96 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 Larne?
The planning approval rate near Larne is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Larne?
The most common type of planning application near Larne is full planning applications, with 48 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Larne?
You can search and track planning applications near Larne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.