How long do planning decisions take near Plains?

The average planning decision time near Plains is 23 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 Plains?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Plains?

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

How can I track planning applications near Plains?

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Plains, North Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Plains, North Lanarkshire.

North Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Plains

Plains is a village located just outside Airdrie in North Lanarkshire, Scotland, approximately 14 miles east of Glasgow and 32 miles west of Edinburgh. With a population of around 2,740, it is situated near the North Calder Water and is in close proximity to the larger towns of Airdrie and Coatbridge, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Airdrie and Shotts
LSOA: Glenmavis and Greengairs - 07

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Plains.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Plains based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Plains.

- Land To The South Of 235 Main Street Plains North Lanarkshire ML6 7JQ
Install Fixed Line Broadband Apparatus - 8m Light Wooden Pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-02-13
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A brief summary of Plains in North Lanarkshire

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

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Planning Activity in Plains

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Plains. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 days.

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

The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Plains were outline applications (1).

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

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