How long do planning decisions take near Lochty?

The average planning decision time near Lochty is 60 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 Lochty?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lochty?

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

How can I track planning applications near Lochty?

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Lochty, Perth and Kinross Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lochty, Perth and Kinross.

Perth and Kinross · Scotland · settlement

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About Lochty

Almondbank is a village located in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, approximately 4.5 miles northwest of Perth. It falls within the Strathtay Ward of the Perth & Kinross Council, making it a relevant area for those interested in local planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Perth and Kinross
Parliamentary constituency: Perth and Kinross-shire
LSOA: Burghmuir, Oakbank and Cherrybank - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lochty.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lochty based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lochty.

- Land 70 Metres South West Of Birchfield Scroggiehill Almondbank
Erection of 5 dwellinghouses
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Land To Rear Of Admiralty Wood And Mackenzie Drive Almondbank PH1 3XW
Tree works
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Perth | Date: 2024-05-01
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- Land 50 Metres West Of 37 ADMIRALTY WOOD, ALMONDBANK, PERTH, PH1 3XW
Tree works
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Perth | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Lochty in Perth and Kinross

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

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Planning Activity in Lochty

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lochty. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

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

At 60 days on average, decisions near Lochty slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lochty were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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