How long do planning decisions take near Lathones?

The average planning decision time near Lathones is 195 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 Lathones?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lathones?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lathones?

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Lathones, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lathones, Fife.

Fife · Scotland · settlement

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

About Lathones

Lathones is a village situated in Fife, Scotland, approximately six miles southwest of St Andrews, within the parish of Cameron. This quaint locale offers a unique insight into rural Scottish life, making it an interesting area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: Elie and Earlsferry

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lathones.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lathones based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Lathones in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Lathones

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Lathones. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 195 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 Lathones.

With an average of 195 days, decisions near Lathones take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

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

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