How long do planning decisions take near Lochore?

The average planning decision time near Lochore is 42 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lochore?

The most common type of planning application near Lochore is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lochore?

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Lochore, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lochore, Fife.

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About Lochore

Lochore is a former mining village located in Fife, Scotland, named after the nearby Loch Ore. It is closely connected to the neighbouring villages of Ballingry to the north and Crosshill to the south, making it a key area for planning applications and community development in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: Glenrothes and Mid Fife
LSOA: Leslie South West and Auchmuir

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lochore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lochore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lochore.

- 12 Catherine Terrace Crosshill Lochgelly Fife KY5 8AR
Formation of raised platform to rear of dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-03
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A brief summary of Lochore in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Lochore

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Lochore. The average decision time was 42 days.

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 Lochore were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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