How long do planning decisions take near Maud?

The average planning decision time near Maud 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 Maud?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Maud?

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

How can I track planning applications near Maud?

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Maud, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Maud, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Maud are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Maud

Maud is a village situated in the Buchan area of Aberdeenshire, approximately 13 miles west of Peterhead, along the South Ugie Water. Historically significant as a 19th-century railway junction for the Formartine and Buchan Railway, which connected to Fraserburgh and Peterhead, Maud has also served as a crucial meeting point for six roads. Over time, the village has undergone various name changes, ultimately settling on Maud, a title that reflects its rich heritage.

Population: 910 (2016)

District: Aberdeenshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
LSOA: Peterhead Harbour - 06

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Maud.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Maud based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Maud.

- Clar Innis Nethermuir Road Maud Aberdeenshire AB42 4ND
Extension to Dwellinghouse and Alterations to Vehicular Access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-05-28
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- The School House The Avenue Maud AB42 4NA
Felling of 7 Ash Trees, 3 Elm Trees and Pruning of 1 Horse Chestnut Tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Maud in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Maud

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Maud. 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 Maud 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.

The most common application types near Maud were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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

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