How long do planning decisions take near Newton of Balcormo?

The average planning decision time near Newton of Balcormo is 200 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 Newton of Balcormo?

The planning approval rate near Newton of Balcormo is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newton of Balcormo?

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

How can I track planning applications near Newton of Balcormo?

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Newton of Balcormo, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newton of Balcormo, Fife.

Fife · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Newton of Balcormo are administered by Fife Council. View the full Fife Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: St Monans East and Abercrombie

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newton of Balcormo.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Newton of Balcormo based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Newton of Balcormo.

- Craigielea Main Road Arncroach Anstruther Fife KY10 2RL
Change of use from agricultural land to siting of workers accommodation and formation of hardstanding and installation of freestanding solar panels
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-08-09
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A brief summary of Newton of Balcormo in Fife

Newton of Balcormo is a settlement located in Fife, Scotland.

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

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Planning Activity in Newton of Balcormo

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Newton of Balcormo. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 200 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 Newton of Balcormo.

With an average of 200 days, decisions near Newton of Balcormo take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Newton of Balcormo 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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