How long do planning decisions take near Markinch?

The average planning decision time near Markinch is 60 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 Markinch?

The planning approval rate near Markinch is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Markinch?

The most common type of planning application near Markinch is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Markinch?

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Markinch, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Markinch, Fife.

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About Markinch

Markinch is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the heart of Fife, Scotland, with a population of approximately 2,420 residents as of 2008, contributing to a larger civil parish population of 16,530. Situated to the east of Glenrothes, Fife's administrative centre, Markinch has historical significance, having served as the region's place of warranty and justice before the 13th century, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and community development initiatives.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: Glenrothes and Mid Fife
LSOA: Finglassie North

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Markinch.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Markinch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Markinch.

- Markinch Railway Station Balgonie Road Markinch Glenrothes Fife KY7 6AQ
Listed building consent for external works including alterations to parapets
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Station House High Street Markinch Glenrothes Fife KY7 6DH
Prior Approval for parapets alterations on road bridge over railway line SITE: MARKINCH STATION KY7 6AQ
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Markinch Medical Practice 19 High Street Markinch Glenrothes Fife KY7 6ER
Installation of window to front of building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 6 Brunton Gardens Markinch Glenrothes Fife KY7 6EX
Single storey extensions to front, side and rear of dwellinghouse (Non-material Variation for rear extension widened to planning permission 24/00894/FULL)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-01-25
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- 42 Commercial Street Markinch Glenrothes Fife KY7 6DE
Installation of replacement door to front, windows, 3 rooflights and 2 sun tunnels to rear, and erection of domestic garage/workshop/car port/art studio to side of dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-04-18
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- 2 Munduff Drive Markinch Glenrothes Fife KY7 6BF
Certificate of lawfulness (proposed) for blocking up of garage doors and installation of 2 windows; installation of replacement windows and patio doors, a water tank and fencing, a ramp, platform and
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-09-11
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A brief summary of Markinch in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Markinch

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Markinch. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Markinch.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Markinch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Markinch were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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