How long do planning decisions take near Oldshore Beg?

The average planning decision time near Oldshore Beg is 130 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 Oldshore Beg?

The planning approval rate near Oldshore Beg is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oldshore Beg?

The most common type of planning application near Oldshore Beg is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oldshore Beg?

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Oldshore Beg, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oldshore Beg, Highland.

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About Oldshore Beg

Oldshore Beg is a secluded crofting township located in western Sutherland within the Scottish Highlands, falling under the jurisdiction of the Highland council area. Its remote setting makes it an intriguing area for planning applications, particularly for developments that respect the local landscape and community character.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
LSOA: Sutherland North and West - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oldshore Beg.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oldshore Beg based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Oldshore Beg.

- 173 Polin Rhiconich Lairg IV27 4RT
Change of use of property to short term letting unit
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Oldshore Beg in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Oldshore Beg

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Oldshore Beg. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 130 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 Oldshore Beg.

With an average of 130 days, decisions near Oldshore Beg take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Oldshore Beg were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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