How long do planning decisions take near Ormsaigmore?

The average planning decision time near Ormsaigmore is 67 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 Ormsaigmore?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ormsaigmore?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ormsaigmore?

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Ormsaigmore, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ormsaigmore, Highland.

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About Ormsaigmore

Kilchoan, located on the Ardnamurchan peninsula in Lochaber, Highland, is the most westerly village on mainland Britain. The village, which sits alongside the Sound of Mull, features the coastal areas of Ormsaigmore and Ormsaigbeg, making it an intriguing spot for planning applications due to its unique geographical position and local development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Lochaber West - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ormsaigmore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ormsaigmore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ormsaigmore.

- Land 85M SE Of Mo Dhachaidh Ormsaigbeg Kilchoan
Erection of 2no. houses
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Ormsaigmore in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Ormsaigmore

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Ormsaigmore. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

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

At 67 days on average, decisions near Ormsaigmore slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ormsaigmore 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.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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