How long do planning decisions take near Lyne of Gorthleck?

The average planning decision time near Lyne of Gorthleck is 42 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 Lyne of Gorthleck?

The planning approval rate near Lyne of Gorthleck is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How can I track planning applications near Lyne of Gorthleck?

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Lyne of Gorthleck, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lyne of Gorthleck, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Lyne of Gorthleck are administered by Highland Council. View the full Highland Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Lyne of Gorthleck

Gorthleck is a quaint hamlet situated on the northern shore of Loch Mhòr in Inverness-shire, within the Highland council area of Scotland. It includes the village of Lyne of Gorthleck and is notable for Gorthleck House, where it is said that Bonny Prince Charlie took refuge after the Battle of Culloden, only to escape upon spotting Redcoats from an upstairs window. This rich historical backdrop may be relevant for those researching planning applications or development opportunities in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire
LSOA: Inverness Culloden and Balloch - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lyne of Gorthleck.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lyne of Gorthleck based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Lyne of Gorthleck in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Lyne of Gorthleck

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lyne of Gorthleck. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lyne of Gorthleck may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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