How long do planning decisions take near Scalloway?

The average planning decision time near Scalloway is 11 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scalloway?

The most common type of planning application near Scalloway is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Scalloway?

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Scalloway, Shetland Islands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scalloway, Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands · Scotland · settlement

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About Scalloway

Scalloway, located on the west coast of Mainland Shetland, is the largest settlement in the area, with a population of around 900 as of the 2011 census. Once the capital of the Shetland Islands until 1708, it now serves as a vibrant fishing port and is home to one of the two historic castles in Shetland, built in 1600. The nearby Scalloway Islands also reflect the village's name, adding to the region's charm and historical significance for those researching planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Shetland Islands
Parliamentary constituency: Orkney and Shetland
LSOA: Lerwick North - 06

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scalloway.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scalloway based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Scalloway.

- Walter And Joan Gray Care Home Main Street Scalloway Shetland ZE1 0XJ
Installation of roof mounted solar panels and associated equipment to existing residential care home
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Scalloway Youth Centre Trust Main Street Scalloway Shetland ZE1 0TR
Install 3 No External ASHP Units and Roof Mounted SPV Renewables to South and East Elevations Scalloway Youth & Community Centre
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2026-02-25
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- The Royal British Legion Berry Road Scalloway Shetland ZE1 0UJ
To install 3 No. ASHP to existing building
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2026-02-03
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A brief summary of Scalloway in Shetland Islands

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

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Planning Activity in Scalloway

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Scalloway. The average decision time was 11 days.

The average decision time of 11 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Scalloway were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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