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Planning in Leven

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leven in the last 24 months, from Fife Council's planning register.

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About Leven

Leven is a charming seaside town located in Fife, Scotland, at the eastern edge of the Central Lowlands. Positioned at the mouth of the River Leven along the Firth of Forth, it is approximately 8.1 miles northeast of Kirkcaldy and 6.4 miles east of Glenrothes. This coastal setting offers unique planning opportunities and insights for developers and residents alike. The town has a population of approximately 9,040 (2016 estimate). It sits within the Fife district.

Leven sits at an elevation of 8 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leven 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 Leven, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Leven. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leven?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Leven. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Leven?
The average planning decision time near Leven is 44 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 Leven?
The planning approval rate near Leven is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leven?
The most common type of planning application near Leven is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leven?
You can search and track planning applications near Leven on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.