How long do planning decisions take near Longniddry?

The average planning decision time near Longniddry is 57 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 Longniddry?

The planning approval rate near Longniddry is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longniddry?

The most common type of planning application near Longniddry is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longniddry?

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Longniddry, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longniddry, East Lothian.

East Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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About Longniddry

Longniddry is a coastal village in East Lothian, Scotland, with a population of approximately 2,340 as of 2020. Known for its rich history, it is also notable for being the founding site of the Scottish Women's Rural Institute in 1917, making it an area with a blend of community heritage and potential for development in planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
LSOA: Prestonpans West - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longniddry.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longniddry based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Longniddry.

- 11 John Knox Road Longniddry EH32 0LP
Extension to house
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-05-06
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- Longniddry Primary School Kitchener Crescent Longniddry EH32 0LR
Internal alterations to building
Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-04-17
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- Cramond 6 Gosford Road Longniddry EH32 0LF
Extension to house, erection of fencing and gates
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 3 Elcho Terrace Longniddry East Lothian EH32 0LA
Extension to house
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 9 Longniddry Farm Road Longniddry East Lothian EH32 0FX
I'd like to errect a wooden garden shed in my back garden 12 by 10 it would be within my garden
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Roselea 11 Main Street Longniddry East Lothian EH32 0ND
Part change of use of domestic house to Assembly and Leisure (Class 11) Exercise Studio/Yoga/Pilates studio (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-03-26
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- Longniddry Bowling Club 7A Seton Road Longniddry East Lothian
Erection of shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-03-20
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- Longniddry Farm Steading Longniddry East Lothian EH32 0NZ
Part change of use of agricultural building to gym and fitness studios (Class 11)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2024-12-13
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- Longniddry Tennis Club Douglas Road Longniddry East Lothian
Installation of floodlighting
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Longniddry Farm Steading Longniddry East Lothian EH32 0NZ
Change of use and alterations of agricultural building to beauty salon (class 1A) (Part Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2023-10-04
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A brief summary of Longniddry in East Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Longniddry

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Longniddry. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Longniddry.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Longniddry slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Longniddry were full planning applications (12), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 92% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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