How long do planning decisions take near Laurencekirk?

The average planning decision time near Laurencekirk is 75 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 Laurencekirk?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Laurencekirk?

The most common type of planning application near Laurencekirk is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Laurencekirk?

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Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Laurencekirk, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · Town

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About Laurencekirk

Laurencekirk, often referred to as Lournie or 'The Kirk', is a small town in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, situated conveniently off the A90 Dundee to Aberdeen road. As the largest settlement in the Howe o' the Mearns area, it features Mearns Academy, a local secondary school established in 1895 and recognized with the Charter Mark in 2003. This town's strategic location and educational facilities make it a focal point for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
LSOA: Mearns and Laurencekirk - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Laurencekirk.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Laurencekirk based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Laurencekirk.

- 28 Johnston Street Laurencekirk AB30 1AN
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 1 Wishart Drive Laurencekirk Aberdeenshire AB30 1GN
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 28 Johnston Street Laurencekirk Aberdeenshire AB30 1AN
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-02-12
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- Laurencekirk Bowling Club Bowling Green Garvock Road Laurencekirk AB30 1FJ
Erection of Outbuilding/Changing Facility (Change of Design to Approved Application Ref APP/2025/0443)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 61-63 High Street Laurencekirk Aberdeenshire AB30 1BH
Installation of Flue
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-12-03
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A brief summary of Laurencekirk in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Laurencekirk

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Laurencekirk. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

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

The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Laurencekirk were full planning applications (8). 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, 5 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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