Search Musselburgh planning applications
15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Musselburgh · updated daily · East Lothian Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- Levenhall Roundabout Musselburgh East LothianApprovedDisplay of advertisementsAdvert ApplicationReceived 19 Jun 2026Decided 28 Aug 202626/00660/ADV
- 34 Goose Green Avenue Musselburgh EH21 7SNApprovedExtension to housePlanning PermissionReceived 19 May 2026Decided 2 Jul 202626/00500/P
- 2 Woodside Gardens Musselburgh East Lothian EH21 7LJApprovedAlterations, extensions to house, formation of raised decked areaPlanning PermissionReceived 7 Apr 2026Decided 25 May 202626/00351/P
- 9 Victoria Terrace Linkfield Road Musselburgh East Lothian EH21 7LWApprovedReplacement windowsPrior Notification WindowsReceived 30 Mar 2026Decided 2 Apr 202626/00333/PNW
- 4A Ashgrove Windsor Park Musselburgh East Lothian EH21 7LTApprovedErection of fencing, gate, retaining walls, planter, formation of hardstanding areas and associated works (Part retrospective)Planning PermissionReceived 10 Feb 2026Decided 19 Mar 202626/00153/P
Planning in Musselburgh
- Approved
- 88%
- 30 of 30 decided
- Decision time
- about 11 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Musselburgh in the last 24 months, from East Lothian Council's planning register.
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Around Musselburgh
Postcode districts
EH21 90 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
Nearby towns and villages
Planning authority: East Lothian Council
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About Musselburgh
Musselburgh, the largest settlement in East Lothian, Scotland, is situated on the coast of the Firth of Forth, just five miles east of Edinburgh city centre. With a population of approximately 21,100 as of 2020, this vibrant town offers a mix of coastal charm and urban accessibility, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh 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, Musselburgh 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 Musselburgh, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Musselburgh. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (25), listed building and heritage (7), advertising consent (5).