How long do planning decisions take near Seton?

The average planning decision time near Seton is 34 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 Seton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Seton?

The most common type of planning application near Seton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Seton?

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Seton, East Lothian Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Seton, East Lothian.

East Lothian · Scotland · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: East Lothian
Parliamentary constituency: Lothian East
LSOA: Prestonpans East - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Seton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Seton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Seton.

- Layby To The South Of Fishergate Road Port Seton East Lothian EH32 0BG
Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission 23/00445/P to extend time period for the siting of a snack van for a further three years
Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Layby To The South Of Fishergate Road Port Seton East Lothian
Variation of Condition 1 of planning permission 20/00686/P to extend time period for the siting of a snack van for a further three years
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: East Lothian | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Seton in East Lothian

Seton is a settlement located in East Lothian, Scotland.

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

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Planning Activity in Seton

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Seton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.

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

The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Seton were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% 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, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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