How long do planning decisions take near Muirend?

The average planning decision time near Muirend is 86 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 Muirend?

The planning approval rate near Muirend is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Muirend?

The most common type of planning application near Muirend is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Muirend?

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Muirend, Glasgow City Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Muirend, Glasgow City.

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About Muirend

Muirend, located approximately 4 miles south of Glasgow city centre, has evolved into a vibrant commuter suburb, particularly during the 20th century. Recognised for its desirability, the G44 postcode encompassing Muirend was named the most desirable area to live in Scotland in a 2014 Royal Mail survey. The area is bordered by Cathcart, Merrylee, Newlands, and offers local amenities such as Hazelden Park and Muirend Pavilion, with some facilities extending into East Renfrewshire.

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Area Information

Admin district: Glasgow City
Parliamentary constituency: Glasgow South
LSOA: Newlands - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Muirend.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Muirend based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Muirend.

- 34 Muirhill Avenue Glasgow G44 3HR
Erection of single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 4 Burnhead Road Glasgow G43 2SU
Erection of single storey rear extension, replacement of door and windows and demolition of conservatory.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2025-11-10
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- 28 Merrylee Road Glasgow G43 2SN
External alterations associated with replacement windows and doors, installation of extract fans, raised deck to rear, re-render facade, and associated works. (Retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 134 Merrylee Road Glasgow G44 3DL
Use of vacant public house (Sui Generis) as convenience store (Class 1A) with car parking, includes frontage alterations, formation of plant enclosure, landscaping and associated works - Discharge of
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2024-10-02
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- 134 Merrylee Road Glasgow G44 3DL
Use of vacant public house (Sui Generis) as convenience store (Class 1A) with car parking, includes frontage alterations, formation of plant enclosure, landscaping and associated works - Discharge of
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2024-09-16
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- 59 Carnwath Avenue Glasgow G43 2HJ
Erection of roof dormer to front of dwellinghouse ##WITHDRAWN##
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2024-08-26
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- 53 Newlands Road Glasgow G43 2JP
Demolition of a garage in a Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2024-08-16
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- 53 Newlands Road Glasgow G43 2JP
Demolition of existing garage and the erection of new single storey outbuilding to the rear of dwellinghouse.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2024-08-16
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- 134 Merrylee Road Glasgow G44 3DL
Erection of 6no dwellinghouses, car parking and landscaping.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 4 Aylmer Road Glasgow G43 2JN
Erection of single storey extension to side and alterations to rear of dwellinghouse.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Muirend in Glasgow City

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

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Planning Activity in Muirend

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Muirend. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Muirend.

The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Muirend were full planning applications (13), outline applications (6), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 54% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 8 medium-scale applications, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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