Seatown (AB56), Moray Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Seatown (AB56), Moray.
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Planning applications in Seatown (AB56) are administered by Moray Council. View the full Moray Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Seatown (AB56)
Seatown is a charming coastal hamlet located in Dorset, England, nestled along the English Channel about 3 miles west-southwest of Bridport. It falls within the civil parish of Chideock, making it a notable area for potential planning applications due to its scenic coastal appeal and proximity to local amenities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Moray
- Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeenshire North and Moray East
- LSOA: Mosstodloch, Portgordon, Urquhart and seaward - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Seatown (AB56).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Seatown (AB56).
- 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 (AB56) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Seatown (AB56).
- 26/00722/APP - Yvonnes 29 West Church Street Buckie Moray AB56 1BP
Change of use from category 1A (shop/retail) to category 3 (food/drink/cafe use) at
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-06-15 - 26/00733/PPP - Land To The Rear Of 22 St Peters Terrace Buckie Moray
Erect new dwelling house at
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-06-11 - - Yvonnes 29 West Church Street Buckie Moray AB56 1BP
Change of use from category 1A (shop/retail) to category 3 (food/drink/cafe use) at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - 26/00643/APP - 3 West Church Street Buckie Moray AB56 1BN
Change of use of club to a funeral home with chapel of rest at
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-05-22 - - 3 West Church Street Buckie Moray AB56 1BN
Change of use of club to a funeral home with chapel of rest at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-05-22
View full details - 26/00563/APP - Maynes Coaches Cluny Lane Buckie Moray AB56 1PS
Replace existing bus garage with new storage and distribution units at
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-05-08 - - Maynes Coaches Cluny Lane Buckie Moray AB56 1PS
Replace existing bus garage with new storage and distribution units at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Land At Observer Court Prestwick South Ayrshire
Erection of dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 6 Provost Reid Crescent Buckie Moray AB56 1BH
Erect single storey rear extension at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Rook View Cluny Terrace Buckie Moray AB56 1JL
Change of use of dwelling to letting unit at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 1 Seatown Buckie Moray AB56 1JR
Erect 2.2m high garden privacy fence at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Saratoga Highfield Road Buckie Moray AB56 1BE
Change of use of home gym to wellness and scalp therapy treatment business at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Millbank Development Buckie Moray
Amend block one as permitted under 08/01098/FUL to erect 4 townhouses and two flats at
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - The Old Coach House Hotel 28 High Street Buckie Moray AB56 1AR
Partial conversion to maisonette (Amended Proposals to 22/00954/APP)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2023-02-24
View full details - - Lidl UK 10 East Cathcart Street Buckie Moray AB56 1PJ
Extension to provide Class 9H deposit returnsScheme (DRS) facilities and associated alterations to car park at
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Moray | Date: 2021-01-25
View full details - - 7 West Church Street Buckie Moray AB56 1BN
Change of use of barber shop/pharmacy to pizza and pretzel/cookie dough takeaway at
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Moray | Date: 2020-12-31
View full details - - Garden Ground To Rear Of Homewood 47 High Street Buckie Moray
Proposed dwellinghouse on
Status: Undecided | Council: Moray | Date: 2010-01-28
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A brief summary of Seatown (AB56) in Moray
Seatown is a charming coastal hamlet located in Dorset, England, nestled along the English Channel about 3 miles west-southwest of Bridport. It falls within the civil parish of Chideock, making it a notable area for potential planning applications due to its scenic coastal appeal and proximity to local amenities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Seatown (AB56) a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Seatown (AB56) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Seatown (AB56)
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Seatown (AB56). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 124 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Seatown (AB56) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 124 days, decisions near Seatown (AB56) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Seatown (AB56) were full planning applications (14), outline applications (2). 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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