How long do planning decisions take near Otter Ferry?

The average planning decision time near Otter Ferry is 1 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 Otter Ferry?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Otter Ferry?

The most common type of planning application near Otter Ferry is telecoms, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Otter Ferry?

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Otter Ferry, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Otter Ferry, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

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About Otter Ferry

Otter Ferry is a small settlement located on the Cowal Peninsula in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, historically known for its ferry service across Loch Fyne. Situated 9 miles from Portavadie, it provides access to a ferry route operated by Caledonian MacBrayne to Tarbert in Kintyre, making it a noteworthy area for potential planning applications related to transport and local development.

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Area Information

Admin district: Argyll and Bute
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Cowal South - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Otter Ferry.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Otter Ferry based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Otter Ferry.

- Land North Of Kilail Farm Otter Ferry Argyll And Bute
Installation of a new short overhead line span between two existing poles
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2021-06-08
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- Killail Hydro Electric Station Otter Ferry Argyll And Bute
Installation of 11KV connection
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-11-30
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- Land East Of Killaill Otter Ferry Argyll And Bute
Formation of forest track
Status: Permitted | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-08-01
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- Land North Of Killail Otter Ferry Tighnabruaich Argyll And Bute
11KV Connection for Killail Hydro Electric Station
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2017-04-28
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- Otter Ferry Seafish Ltd Otter Ferry Tighnabruaich Argyll And Bute PA21 2DH
Erection of tank storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2015-05-27
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- Land North Of Otter Ferry Argyll And Bute
Installation of twelve element yagi antenna
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2007-12-03
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- Killail Otter Ferry Tighnabruaich Argyll And Bute PA21 2DH
Conversion of two single storey outbuildings to form bedroom accommodation and home studio.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Argyll | Date: 2006-12-14
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- Killail Otter Ferry Tighnabruaich Argyll And Bute PA21 2DH
Re-roofing of existing byre and outbuildings including installation of 5 velux windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Argyll | Date: 2006-08-25
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- Ballimore Estate Otter Ferry Tighnabruaich Argyll PA21 2DH
Forest Plan
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Argyll | Date: 2003-08-06
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A brief summary of Otter Ferry in Argyll and Bute

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

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Planning Activity in Otter Ferry

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

The average decision time of 1 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Otter Ferry were telecoms (1).

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