How long do planning decisions take near Mosstodloch?

The average planning decision time near Mosstodloch is 230 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 Mosstodloch?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Mosstodloch?

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

How can I track planning applications near Mosstodloch?

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Mosstodloch, Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mosstodloch, Moray.

Moray · Scotland · settlement

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

About Mosstodloch

Mosstodloch is a quaint village located in Moray, Scotland, positioned along the A96 between Fochabers and Elgin, adjacent to the west bank of the River Spey. Its strategic location makes it a notable area for planning applications, particularly for developments that aim to enhance connectivity and local amenities in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: Heldon West, Miltonduff and Fogwatt to Inchberry - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mosstodloch.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mosstodloch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Mosstodloch.

- James Jones And Sons Ltd Garmouth Road Mosstodloch Fochabers Moray IV32 7LH
Proposed secondary processing building co-products store yard space and associated drainage at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Site At Garmouth Road Mosstodloch Moray
Site redevelopment including new sawmil log storage/processing yard rounding line buildings office and associated infrastructure at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2022-07-01
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- James Jones And Sons Ltd Garmouth Road Mosstodloch Fochabers Moray IV32 7LH
Proposed new access point at
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2021-07-22
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A brief summary of Mosstodloch in Moray

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

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Planning Activity in Mosstodloch

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Mosstodloch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 230 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Mosstodloch may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 230 days, decisions near Mosstodloch take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 8-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Mosstodloch 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.

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