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Planning in Merchiston

Approved
74%
284 of 359 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Merchiston in the last 24 months, from City of Edinburgh Council's planning register.

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Around Merchiston

Postcode districts

EH3 597 applications in the last 12 monthsEH10 506 applications in the last 12 monthsEH9 438 applications in the last 12 monthsEH11 139 applications in the last 12 monthsEH12 337 applications in the last 12 monthsEH1 388 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of Edinburgh Council

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About Merchiston

Merchiston is a residential neighbourhood located in the south-west of Edinburgh, Scotland, centred around Merchiston Avenue. This area is known for its charming streets and community atmosphere, making it a significant location for potential planning applications related to housing and development.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Merchiston 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Merchiston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 893 planning applications were submitted near Merchiston. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (79), full planning applications (52), amendments (51).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Merchiston?
In the last 24 months, 893 planning applications were submitted near Merchiston. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Merchiston?
The average planning decision time near Merchiston is 53 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 Merchiston?
The planning approval rate near Merchiston is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Merchiston?
The most common type of planning application near Merchiston is tree works applications, with 79 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Merchiston?
You can search and track planning applications near Merchiston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.