How long do planning decisions take near Newton Stewart?

The average planning decision time near Newton Stewart is 29 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 Stewart?

The planning approval rate near Newton Stewart is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near Newton Stewart is outline applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · Town

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About Newton Stewart

Newton Stewart, located in the historical county of Wigtownshire in Dumfries and Galloway, southwest Scotland, is a former burgh town situated along the River Cree. Often called the "Gateway to the Galloway Hills," the town predominantly lies to the west of the river, making it a strategic point for those interested in planning applications related to the surrounding natural landscapes and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Machars South - 07

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newton Stewart.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stewart based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Newton Stewart.

- Land North Of South Barnkirk Newton Stewart DG8 6QD
PRIOR NOTIFICATION FOR FARM RELATED BUILDING WORKS (NON-RESIDENTIAL) - ERECTION OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDING
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Site Adjacent To Corsbie Road Newton Stewart DG8 6JB
NON MATERIAL VARIATION REQUEST RELATING TO PLANNING PERMISSION 23/1846/FUL FOR OMISSION OF SUDS BASIN AND REPLACEMENT WITH SUBTERRANEAN TANKS WITH REVISED EMBANKMENT AND CHANGE TO COLOUR OF WINDOW AND
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Alkrington 14 Princes Road Newton Stewart DG8 6LT
ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE WITH INTEGRAL GARAGE (RENEWAL OF PLANNING PERMISSION PREVIOUSLY GRANTED UNDER 22/1657/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-10-01
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- 3 Gilmour Terrace Newton Stewart DG8 6HR
ALTERATIONS AND ERECTION OF PORCH TO NORTH-EAST ELEVATION OF DWELLINGHOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-10-03
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- Ivy Lodge 29 Church Street Newton Stewart DG8 6HG
WORKS TO TREES IN CONSERVATION AREA
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-08-26
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- Plot 5 Doonhill Wood Newton Stewart DG8 6NU
ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE AND DETACHED GARAGE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-07-24
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- Penninghame Schoolhouse Auchendoon Road Newton Stewart DG8 6HD
WORKS TO TREES IN CONSERVATION AREA
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-05-27
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A brief summary of Newton Stewart in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Newton Stewart

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Newton Stewart. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Newton Stewart may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newton Stewart were outline applications (8), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (2).

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