How long do planning decisions take near Ormiston?

The average planning decision time near Ormiston is 37 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 Ormiston?

The planning approval rate near Ormiston is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ormiston?

The most common type of planning application near Ormiston is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ormiston?

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Ormiston, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ormiston, East Lothian.

East Lothian · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Ormiston are administered by East Lothian Council. View the full East Lothian Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ormiston

Ormiston is a village situated in East Lothian, Scotland, close to Tranent, Humbie, Pencaitland, and Cranston. Nestled on the north bank of the River Tyne, it stands at an elevation of approximately 276 feet (84 m), making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and local development projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
LSOA: Ormiston - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ormiston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ormiston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Ormiston.

26/00690/PNW - 13 Hillview Road Ormiston EH35 5HW
Replacement windows
Status: Undecided | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-06-29
- 13 Hillview Road Ormiston EH35 5HW
Replacement windows
Type: Outline | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-06-24
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- Strathdon 27 Main Street Ormiston Tranent EH35 5HT
Demolition of walls, railings, gates and gate piers
Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 2 George Street Ormiston Tranent EH35 5JB
Extensions to house, formation of dormer, erection of domestic workshop and formation of pitched roof to flat roof of garage
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Strathdon 27 Main Street Ormiston Tranent East Lothian EH35 5HT
Alterations, extension to house, alterations to outbuilding, erection of greenhouse, widening of vehicular access and associated works
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Aviemore House 16B Main Street Ormiston East Lothian EH35 5HX
Replacement doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 3 Clark Buildings Ormiston East Lothian EH35 5LL
Formation of access ramp
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-10-27
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- 2 Beech Cottage Main Street Ormiston EH35 5HT
Replacement doors/side panel/fanlight
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-09-30
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- 2 Beech Cottage Main Street Ormiston EH35 5HT
Replacement windows, doors/side panel/fanlight
Type: Heritage | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-09-30
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- Ormiston Primary School Meadowbank Ormiston East Lothian EH35 5NQ
Alterations to building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2025-03-05
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A brief summary of Ormiston in East Lothian

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

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Planning Activity in Ormiston

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Ormiston. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 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 Ormiston.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ormiston were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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