How long do planning decisions take near Scone?

The average planning decision time near Scone is 80 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 Scone?

The planning approval rate near Scone is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Scone?

The most common type of planning application near Scone is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Scone?

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Scone, Perth and Kinross Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Scone, Perth and Kinross.

Perth and Kinross · Scotland · settlement

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About Scone

Scone, located in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, is a town with a rich historical background, originally developing around a monastery and royal residence. In the early 19th century, the original medieval town was largely abandoned when residents were relocated to accommodate the construction of a new palace by the Earl of Mansfield. Today, the modern village of Scone is distinct from the remnants of Old Scone, reflecting its evolving landscape and planning considerations.

Population: 5,050 (2016)

District: Perth and Kinross

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Area Information

Admin district: Perth and Kinross
Parliamentary constituency: Perth and Kinross-shire
LSOA: Bridge of Earn and Abernethy - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Scone.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Scone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Scone.

- 22 Pinedale Terrace Scone Perth PH2 6PH
Extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 22 Pinedale Terrace Scone Perth PH2 6PH
Extension to dwellinghouse (proposed)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Marques Of Scone Engineering Yard Victoria Road Scone Perth PH2 6JW
Alterations and extension to vehicle repair workshop
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Scone Post Office 26 Perth Road Scone Perth PH2 6JJ
Installation of external chiller units (in retrospect)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2025-09-26
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- 12 Stormont Park Scone Perth PH2 6SD
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2025-09-22
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- 6 Oakdene Place Scone Perth PH2 6PD
Extension to dwellinghouse (proposed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Perth | Date: 2024-12-02
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- 11 Mansfield Road Scone Perth PH2 6SA
Extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Perth | Date: 2024-07-22
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A brief summary of Scone in Perth and Kinross

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

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Planning Activity in Scone

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Scone. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 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 Scone.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Scone were full planning applications (9), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 69% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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