How long do planning decisions take near Longhaven?

The average planning decision time near Longhaven is 133 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 Longhaven?

The planning approval rate near Longhaven is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longhaven?

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

How can I track planning applications near Longhaven?

You can search and track planning applications near Longhaven on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Longhaven, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longhaven, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

View council

About Longhaven

Longhaven is a quaint village in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, situated just two miles southwest of Boddam. Its proximity to the coast and surrounding landscapes makes it a notable location for potential planning applications, particularly in residential and community development.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Longhaven.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
LSOA: Longside and Rattray North - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longhaven.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longhaven based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Longhaven.

- Coldwells Croft Longhaven Peterhead AB42 0NX
Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2024-06-03
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Longhaven in Aberdeenshire

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longhaven 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 Longhaven

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Longhaven. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 133 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 Longhaven.

With an average of 133 days, decisions near Longhaven take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Longhaven 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.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.