How long do planning decisions take near Ross?

The average planning decision time near Ross is 64 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 Ross?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ross?

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

How can I track planning applications near Ross?

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Ross, Scottish Borders Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ross, Scottish Borders.

Scottish Borders · Scotland · settlement

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About Ross

Burnmouth is a quaint fishing village situated on the east coast of Scotland, right next to the A1 road, making it the first Scottish village encountered after crossing the English border. Nestled within the parish of Ayton in Berwickshire, it forms part of the picturesque Scottish Borders, offering unique opportunities for planning applications related to coastal development and local amenities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Scottish Borders
Parliamentary constituency: Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
LSOA: Ayton

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Ross.

- 1 Ross Burnmouth Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5SS
Alterations and dormer extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2023-09-27
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- 3 Ross Burnmouth Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5SS
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse and erection of replacemente garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2022-01-17
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- 2 Ross Burnmouth Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5SS
Formation of dormer
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2018-04-23
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- 2 Ross Burnmouth Eyemouth Scottish Borders TD14 5SS
Formation of dormer and alterations to dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2017-07-19
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- Land And Building South East Of 14 Lower Burnmouth Burnmouth Scottish Borders
Change of use and alterations to form dwellinghouse and change of use of land to incorporate into garden ground
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2009-10-21
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- Land South East Of 14 Lower Burnmouth Lower Burnmouth Scottish Borders
Installation of septic tank and outfall pipe and erection of 2 No de-sludge kiosks and sea wall
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2008-11-12
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- Amenity Land South And West Of 14 Lower Burnmouth Burnmouth Eyemouth Scottish Borders
Change of use from amenity land to incorporate into garden ground
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2006-11-08
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- 11 Cowdrait Burnmouth Eyemouth Berwickshire TD14 5SW
Dormer extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2003-05-21
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- 10 Cowdrait Burnmouth Eyemouth Berwickshire TD14 5SW
Dormer extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Scottish Borders | Date: 2003-05-21
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A brief summary of Ross in Scottish Borders

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ross includes 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Berwickshire & North Northumberland Coast. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ross

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Ross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

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

At 64 days on average, decisions near Ross slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ross 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.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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