Leith, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Leith, City of Edinburgh.
City of Edinburgh · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Leith are administered by City Of Edinburgh Council. View the full City Of Edinburgh Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Leith
Leith is a vibrant suburb located to the north of Edinburgh, Scotland, at the mouth of the Water of Leith. Known for its rich maritime history, it is home to the Port of Leith, which serves as a significant hub for trade and tourism in the region.
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Area Information
- Admin district: City of Edinburgh
- Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh North and Leith
- LSOA: Pilrig - 04
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Leith.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Leith.
- 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 Leith based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
39 planning applications found near Leith.
- - 5 - 6 Shore North Leith Edinburgh EH6 6QS
Replacement windows; the installation of an internal lift; installation of plant and flues at roof level; alterations to doors and openings; installation of new toilets; installation of kitchen and se
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - 31 Shore Edinburgh EH6 6QN
Request for a Planning Section 50 Certificate (Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005).
Status: Permitted | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - 26/02691/CLESTL · Received: Thu 25 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 25 Jun 2026 - Flat 6 42 Shore Edinburgh EH6 6QU
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness confirming existing use as short term let accommodation is lawful.
Status: Undecided | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-06-25 - - Flat 6 42 Shore Edinburgh EH6 6QU
Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness confirming existing use as short term let accommodation is lawful.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-06-25
View full details - - Flat 1 33 Mitchell Street Edinburgh EH6 7AR
Rowan Tree - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - 26/0302/TCO - 61 Queen Charlotte Street North Leith Edinburgh EH6 7EY
Cherry tree - Removal of dead wood, Katalpa tree - Crown reduction. Current height 9m, proposed height 8m. Current width 8m, proposed width 7m.
Status: Undecided | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-04-29 - - Flat 4 19 John's Place Edinburgh EH6 7ED
Window replacement.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 31 Shore North Leith Edinburgh EH6 6QN
Class 1A Nano distillery and specialist retailer of high end alcohol, with off sales inclusive of deliveries.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Land 53 Metres East Of 55 Tower Street Edinburgh
Non-material variation application to 24/01798/FUL. Changes to flat type 7A and 7B in stair 6. Corresponding amendments to the elevations alongside updates to the windows and render as described on th
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 3F2 49 Elbe Street South Leith Edinburgh EH6 7HP
Retrospective change of use from dwelling to short term let.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 53 Constitution Street Edinburgh EH6 7BG
Replacement of all 4 existing windows within the property with double glazed 1-over-1 traditional wood sash and case windows (as amended).
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 106 Constitution Street South Leith Edinburgh EH6 6AW
Tree pruning oak is 6m tall. We intend to reduce the crown of the tree by 2-3m. Tree pruning cherry tree is 4.5m tall. We intend t reduce the crown of the tree by a maximum of 2m. Tree pruning sycamor
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 46 Shore North Leith Edinburgh
Change of use from offices (Class 4) to 15 short term let apartments (sui generis).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 1 Bath Road South Leith Edinburgh EH6 7BB
Non-Material Variation - Changes to the parking layout between the two flat blocks.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 1 Customs Wharf Edinburgh EH6 6AL
Removal of window bars to a window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 3 Salamander Street South Leith Edinburgh EH6 7HZ
Advertisement of the following types: Fascia signage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 11 Salamander Street South Leith Edinburgh EH6 7HZ
Retrospective change of use from class 4 (business) to sui generis for short term let property.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Land 30 Metres South Of 26 Tolbooth Wynd North Leith Edinburgh
Complete Demolition in a Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - Land 30 Metres South Of 26 Tolbooth Wynd North Leith Edinburgh
Demolition of plinth area with under croft parking, relocation of existing substation and repair works to the existing concrete plinth stairs and handrails. Proposals are for 49 new build dwellings an
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - 1F1 1 Seaport Street North Leith Edinburgh EH6 6SJ
To smooth out and sand the uneven walls and paint them a neutral white colour. To replace a leaking radiator and move it a metre or two along the wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2025-10-27
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A brief summary of Leith in City of Edinburgh
Leith is a vibrant suburb located to the north of Edinburgh, Scotland, at the mouth of the Water of Leith. Known for its rich maritime history, it is home to the Port of Leith, which serves as a significant hub for trade and tourism in the region.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Leith a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leith 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.
Planning Activity in Leith
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Leith. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Leith.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Leith were full planning applications (21), listed building and heritage (20), advertising consent (9). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 43 medium-scale applications, 30 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 22 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 52 applications
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