Search Lower Dounreay planning applications
3 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Lower Dounreay · updated daily · Highland Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Development Site 9KM NW Of Dounreay Nuclear Research Establishment DounreayAwaiting decisionPentland Floating Offshore Wind Farm - Variation of existing Section 36 Consent and associated Marine Licence MD-00010578. e. This case will be determined by Marine Scotland. Please visit, Marine Licensing at https://marine.gov.scot/?q=node/25326, using reference number MD-00010578Section 36Received 12 Feb 202626/00683/S36
- Development Site 9KM NW Of Dounreay Nuclear Research Establishment DounreayWithdrawnEIA Screening Request - Pentland Floating Offshore Wind Farm - Variation of Section 36 Consent and Generating Station Marine Licence - 00010578 - SCR-0115Screening ApplicationsReceived 27 Oct 2025Decided 5 Nov 202525/04101/SCRE
- Land 590M NE Of Isauld Cottage ReayApprovedErection and operation of a 34MW capacity battery energy storage facility (BESS) with ancillary infrastructureFull ApplicationReceived 26 Apr 2024Decided 31 Jan 202524/01669/FUL
Planning in Lower Dounreay
No decisions near Lower Dounreay in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Dounreay in the last 24 months, from Highland Council's planning register.
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About Lower Dounreay
Lower Dounreay is a small settlement located on the north coast of Caithness in the Highland region of Scotland, situated along the A836 road, approximately nine miles west of Thurso. The area is notable for housing two major nuclear establishments, making it significant for any planning applications or developments related to energy and infrastructure in the region.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Dounreay area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lower Dounreay 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, Lower Dounreay 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.
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In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lower Dounreay.
The most common types were outline applications (1).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).