How long do planning decisions take near Seatown (IV31)?

The average planning decision time near Seatown (IV31) is 58 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 Seatown (IV31)?

The planning approval rate near Seatown (IV31) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Seatown (IV31)?

The most common type of planning application near Seatown (IV31) is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Seatown (IV31)?

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Seatown (IV31), Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Seatown (IV31), Moray.

Moray · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Seatown (IV31) are administered by Moray Council. View the full Moray Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Seatown (IV31)

Seatown is a charming coastal hamlet located in Dorset, England, along the picturesque English Channel, approximately 3 miles west-southwest of Bridport. Nestled within the civil parish of Chideock, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting the area's coastal character and community needs.

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: Lossiemouth West - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Seatown (IV31).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Seatown (IV31).

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 Seatown (IV31) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Seatown (IV31).

26/00746/APP - 25 Seatown Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6JJ
Erect new conservatory
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-06-22
26/00708/APP - 50 Macduff Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6ER
Change of use from residential house to short term let
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-06-10
- 50 Macduff Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6ER
Change of use from residential house to short term let
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-06-05
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- Site To South Of 26 James Street Lossiemouth Moray
Erect dwellinghouse on
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 2 Prospect Court Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6JR
Alter and extend dwellinghouse at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 23 Kinneddar Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6AS
Replace polycarbonate conservatory roof with Guardian Warm Roof System and installation of new conservatory windows at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-16
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- Sunnyside 66 Moray Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6JE
Alter and extend dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-10
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- Phoenix Park Coulardbank Playing Fields Coulardbank Road Lossiemouth Moray
Retrospective consent to erect a hospitality cabin at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 56 High Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6AA
First floor extension to the rear to provide additional accommodation for ground floor dance studio and first floor dentist at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Rockhouse Hotel Clifton Road Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6DP
Replacement roof fit new lead to dormer sides and fit new ridge clean and restore downpipes at
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Lossiemouth Football Club Grant Park Kellas Avenue Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6JG
Solar panels added to football canopy stand
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-10-02
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- 43 Macduff Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6EP
Attic conversion at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-09-03
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- Tinamara 62 High Street Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6AB
Dismantle existing garage roof and form a new garage roof enclosure over the existing garage forecourt and timber deck to north east side and west of the property at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2023-07-21
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- Tahona 27 Clifton Road Lossiemouth Moray IV31 6DJ
Retrospective consent for change of use of annexe to short term holiday let at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Seatown (IV31) in Moray

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Seatown (IV31) a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Seatown (IV31)

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Seatown (IV31). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Seatown (IV31) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Seatown (IV31) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Seatown (IV31) were full planning applications (14), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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