How long do planning decisions take near Lugton?

The average planning decision time near Lugton is 33 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 Lugton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lugton?

The most common type of planning application near Lugton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lugton?

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Lugton, East Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lugton, East Ayrshire.

East Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Lugton are administered by East Ayrshire Council. View the full East Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Lugton

Lugton is a small hamlet in East Ayrshire, Scotland, with a population of approximately 80 residents. Conveniently located along the A736 road, it connects Glasgow, 15 miles to the north, with Irvine in North Ayrshire. The hamlet is situated by the Lugton Water, which delineates the boundary between East Ayrshire and East Renfrewshire, as well as the parishes of Dunlop and Beith, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to local development and infrastructure.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Kilmarnock and Loudoun
LSOA: Kilmaurs - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lugton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lugton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Lugton in East Ayrshire

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

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Planning Activity in Lugton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lugton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 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 Lugton.

The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lugton were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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