How long do planning decisions take near Port Erroll?

The average planning decision time near Port Erroll is 114 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 Port Erroll?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Port Erroll?

The most common type of planning application near Port Erroll is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Port Erroll?

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Port Erroll, Aberdeenshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Port Erroll, Aberdeenshire.

Aberdeenshire · Scotland · settlement

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About Port Erroll

Port Erroll is a quaint village located on the north coast of Aberdeenshire, Scotland, nestled by the scenic Bay of Cruden. Situated just 26 miles (42 km) north of Aberdeen, it offers a picturesque setting for potential planning applications in the area, reflecting both its coastal charm and community character.

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Area Information

Admin district: Aberdeenshire
Parliamentary constituency: Gordon and Buchan
LSOA: Auchnagatt - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Port Erroll based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Port Erroll.

- North Shore 4 Ward Street Port Erroll Cruden Bay AB42 0HH
Alteration to Dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2025-11-14
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A brief summary of Port Erroll in Aberdeenshire

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

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Planning Activity in Port Erroll

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Port Erroll. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 114 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 Port Erroll.

With an average of 114 days, decisions near Port Erroll take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Port Erroll were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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