Merchiston, Falkirk Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Merchiston, Falkirk.
Falkirk · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Merchiston are administered by Falkirk Council. View the full Falkirk Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Merchiston
Merchiston is a residential neighbourhood located around Merchiston Avenue in the south-western part of Edinburgh, Scotland. Known for its quiet streets and local amenities, this area offers potential opportunities for planning applications related to residential development and community enhancements.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Falkirk
- Parliamentary constituency: Falkirk
- LSOA: Polmont - 06
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Merchiston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Merchiston.
- 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 Merchiston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
20 planning applications found near Merchiston.
- - 48A Grahams Road Falkirk FK1 1HR
Alterations to Shopfront and Installation of Roller Shutters (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 42 Alma Street Falkirk FK2 7HE
Alterations and Extension to Dwellinghouse and Rebuilding of Boundary Wall (Amendment to P/25/0220/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - Garrison Place / Glebe Street
Upgraded Pedestrian and New Cycling Facilities
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - Site At Park Hotel Arnothill Falkirk
Installation of Telecommunications Equipment
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - P/26/0139/FUL - 198 Grahams Road Falkirk FK2 7BX
Siting of Portable Unit (Renewal of Planning Permission P/21/0272/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 198 Grahams Road Falkirk FK2 7BX
Siting of Portable Unit (Renewal of Planning Permission P/21/0272/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land To The South Of 58 Grahams Road Grahams Road Falkirk
Construction of 14 Flatted Dwellings and a Class 3 Retail Unit, with Associated Works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - Park Street Community Education Centre Park Street Falkirk FK1 1RE
Alterations and Change of Use from Community Education Centre to 11no. Flatted Dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Park Street Community Education Centre Park Street Falkirk FK1 1RE
Alterations and Change of Use from Community Education Centre to 11 No. Flatted Dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Falkirk Library Hope Street Falkirk FK1 5AU
Alterations to Building
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - Land To The South Of 58 Grahams Road Grahams Road Falkirk
Construction of 14 Flatted Dwellings and a Class 3 Retail Unit, with Associated Works
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - First Floor Brockville House Hope Street Falkirk FK1 5AT
Replacement Windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2025-01-20
View full details - - First Floor Brockville House Hope Street Falkirk FK1 5AT
Replacement Windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2025-01-20
View full details - - Alexander Wilkie Newmarket Street Falkirk FK1 1DQ
Change of Use of 1st Floor from Shops (Class 1A Shops, Financial, Professional and other services) to a Gym (Class 11 Assembly & Leisure)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2024-08-02
View full details - - 2C & 2D Newmarket Street Falkirk FK1 1JQ
Installation (Re-Location) of Extraction Flue (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2024-04-01
View full details - - 76 Grahams Road Falkirk FK1 1HN
Display of Illuminated and Non-Illuminated Advertisements
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2023-12-22
View full details - - 15 Russel Street Falkirk FK2 7HU
Extension to Dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - Alexander Wilkie Newmarket Street Falkirk FK1 1DQ
Change of Use of Retail Unit (Class 1A) to form 'Class 11- Fitness Studio'
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details - - Joint Dementia Initiative Arnotdale 31 Camelon Road Falkirk FK1 5SQ
Alterations to Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2023-07-21
View full details - - Joint Dementia Initiative Arnotdale 31 Camelon Road Falkirk FK1 5SQ
Alterations to Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Falkirk | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Merchiston in Falkirk
Merchiston is a residential neighbourhood located around Merchiston Avenue in the south-western part of Edinburgh, Scotland. Known for its quiet streets and local amenities, this area offers potential opportunities for planning applications related to residential development and community enhancements.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Merchiston a particularly low-crime area.
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.
Planning Activity in Merchiston
In the last 24 months, 51 planning applications were submitted near Merchiston. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 127 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Merchiston maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
With an average of 127 days, decisions near Merchiston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Merchiston were full planning applications (29), listed building and heritage (9), advertising consent (4). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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- Camelon planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.