How long do planning decisions take near Port William?

The average planning decision time near Port William is 34 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 William?

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

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

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

How can I track planning applications near Port William?

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Port William, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Port William, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

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About Port William

Port William is a charming fishing village located in the parish of Mochrum, within the historical county of Wigtownshire in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. With a population of around 460, it offers a quaint community atmosphere that may be of interest for those researching planning applications in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Machars South - 07

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Port William.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 William based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Port William.

- 12 Main Street Port William DG8 9SD
INSTALLATION OF 13 REPLACEMENT WINDOWS ON FRONT ELEVATION
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-05-29
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A brief summary of Port William in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Port William

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Port William. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Port William were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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