Muchalls, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Muchalls, Aberdeenshire.
Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Muchalls are administered by Aberdeenshire Council. View the full Aberdeenshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Muchalls
Muchalls is a picturesque coastal village in Kincardineshire, Scotland, located between Newtonhill and Stonehaven. Defined by its stunning rugged North Sea coastline, the area boasts dramatic cliffs and headlands, including the notable Grim Brigs and Doonie Point. The historic Saint Ternan's Church adds to the village's charm, making Muchalls an appealing location for planning applications related to coastal development and heritage conservation.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Aberdeenshire
- Parliamentary constituency: West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine
- LSOA: Fetteresso, Netherley and Catter - 04
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Muchalls.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Muchalls.
- 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 Muchalls based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Muchalls.
- APP/2026/0878 · Received: Thu 21 May 2026 · Validated: Fri 22 May 2026 - St Annes 2 Marine Terrace Muchalls Newtonhill Aberdeenshire AB39 3RD
Installation of Replacement Windows
Status: Undecided | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-05-22 - - St Annes 2 Marine Terrace Muchalls Newtonhill Aberdeenshire AB39 3RD
Installation of Replacement Windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - - Fairhaven 4 Stranathro Terrace Muchalls Newtonhill Aberdeenshire AB39 3XS
Alterations to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-03-24
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A brief summary of Muchalls in Aberdeenshire
Muchalls is a picturesque coastal village in Kincardineshire, Scotland, located between Newtonhill and Stonehaven. Defined by its stunning rugged North Sea coastline, the area boasts dramatic cliffs and headlands, including the notable Grim Brigs and Doonie Point. The historic Saint Ternan's Church adds to the village's charm, making Muchalls an appealing location for planning applications related to coastal development and heritage conservation.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Muchalls a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Muchalls 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 Muchalls
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Muchalls. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Muchalls may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Muchalls were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.