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Planning in Milngavie

Approved
94%
68 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Milngavie in the last 24 months, from East Dunbartonshire Council's planning register.

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About Milngavie

Milngavie is a town in East Dunbartonshire, Scotland, located on the Allander Water at the northwestern edge of Greater Glasgow, approximately ten kilometres from the city centre. As a suburb of Glasgow, it adjoins the town of Bearsden, making it a key area for planning applications in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Milngavie area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Milngavie a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Milngavie 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 Milngavie, 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, 93 planning applications were submitted near Milngavie. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Milngavie?
In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Milngavie. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Milngavie?
The average planning decision time near Milngavie is 68 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 Milngavie?
The planning approval rate near Milngavie is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Milngavie?
The most common type of planning application near Milngavie is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Milngavie?
You can search and track planning applications near Milngavie on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.