New Cumnock, East Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near New Cumnock, East Ayrshire.
East Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in New Cumnock are administered by East Ayrshire Council. View the full East Ayrshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About New Cumnock
New Cumnock is a village located in East Ayrshire, Scotland, approximately 5.75 miles southeast of Cumnock and 21 miles east of Ayr. Historically, the village grew significantly during the coal-mining boom that began in the late 18th century, with mining serving as its primary industry until the closure of the pits in the 1960s. This rich industrial heritage may influence planning applications in the area, particularly in terms of land use and redevelopment opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- LSOA: Cumnock South and Craigens - 03
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near New Cumnock.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near New Cumnock.
- 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 New Cumnock based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
125 planning applications found near New Cumnock.
- - New Cumnock Swimming Pool Castle New Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AH
Part change of use of Swimming Pool (Class 11) to café (Class 3) and external alterations including formation of entrance and on the side (West) elevation and an extension on the side (East) extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 72-84 Castle New Cumnock KA18 4AH
Layout amendments to air source heat pump enclosure and bin store (Planinng Consent No. 23/0385/PP)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-09-02
View full details - - 72-84 Castle New Cumnock KA18 4AH
Removal of 4 no. chimneys, adjustment of layout of hard landscaping, alteration to proposed timber shopfront and reduction in height of windows overlooking flat roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2025-06-05
View full details - - 47 Castle New Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AG
Discharge of Condition No. 3 (Landscaping Plan) of Planning Consent No. 20/0229/PP (Change of use to Tourist Accommodation)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-12-17
View full details - - Hare Hill 1 Wind Farm Kirkconnel New Cumnock KA18 4AT
Erection of 15m telecoms pole, dish and infrastructure
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-06-07
View full details - - 72-84 Castle New Cumnock KA18 4AH
Discharge of Condition 6 (Pre works for nesting birds) of Planning Consent 23/0385/PP
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2024-05-09
View full details - - 72-84 Castle New Cumnock KA18 4AH
Discharge of Condition 2 (External Hard and Soft Landscaping Details) of Planning Permission 23/0385/PP
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - 72-84 Castle New Cumnock KA18 4AH
Change of use and alterations of former shops and flats to community faclilities, including cafe, offices and workshop
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-07-17
View full details - - Dalhanna Farm Glen Afton New Cumnock KA18 4AT
Prior Notification for Electronic Communication Code Operators.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-06-21
View full details - - Rear Of Garage 166 Castle New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AB
Siting of hot food takaway/snack bar
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2023-01-25
View full details - - Mossmark Of Oldmill Mossmark New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AT
Demolition of redundant agricultural building.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-11-04
View full details - - 20 Castlehill New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AF
Erection of detached dwelling house and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-09-20
View full details - - Land To Rear Of 38 - 44 Mason Avenue New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AY
Change of use of Riverbank to Residential Garden Space
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-09-05
View full details - - 47 Castle New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AG
Discharge of Condition No. 1 (External Materials) of Planning Consent No. 20/0229/PP
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-08-04
View full details - - 70 Castle New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AH
Discharge of Condition Nos. 1 (Accessible Parking) and 3 (External Materials) of Planning Consent No. 18/0288/PP
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-08-02
View full details - - Glenafton Athletic FC 115 Castle New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AE
LED Floodlighting to existing football pitch, trenching works for distribution cabling and 4 no concrete foundation bases for columns
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-04-29
View full details - - 31-33 Castle New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AN
Erection of rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2022-02-15
View full details - - New Cumnock Homing Social Club Castlemains Avenue New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4BB
Erection of garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2021-11-29
View full details - - 36 Afton Bridgend New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AU
Change of use of bookmakers to restaurant/cafe with takeaway facility and erection of flue to rear.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2021-08-02
View full details - - Mossmark Of Oldmill Mossmark New Cumnock Cumnock East Ayrshire KA18 4AT
Discharge of Condition 1 (Archaeological Written Scheme of Investigation) of Planning Consent 21/0231/LB (Alteration and partial demolition of redundant farm building)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Ayrshire | Date: 2021-07-15
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A brief summary of New Cumnock in East Ayrshire
New Cumnock is a village located in East Ayrshire, Scotland, approximately 5.75 miles southeast of Cumnock and 21 miles east of Ayr. Historically, the village grew significantly during the coal-mining boom that began in the late 18th century, with mining serving as its primary industry until the closure of the pits in the 1960s. This rich industrial heritage may influence planning applications in the area, particularly in terms of land use and redevelopment opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes New Cumnock a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Cumnock 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 New Cumnock
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near New Cumnock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near New Cumnock may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near New Cumnock were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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