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Planning in Low Waters

Approved
94%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Low Waters in the last 24 months, from South Lanarkshire Council's planning register.

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About Low Waters

Low Waters is a settlement located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Low Waters a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Low Waters 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 Low Waters, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Low Waters. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Low Waters?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Low Waters. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Low Waters?
The average planning decision time near Low Waters is 77 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 Low Waters?
The planning approval rate near Low Waters is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Low Waters?
The most common type of planning application near Low Waters is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Low Waters?
You can search and track planning applications near Low Waters on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.