How long do planning decisions take near Shebster?

The average planning decision time near Shebster is 98 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 Shebster?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Shebster?

The most common type of planning application near Shebster is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Shebster?

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Shebster, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shebster, Highland.

Highland · Scotland · settlement

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About Shebster

Shebster is a quaint, remote hamlet located 7 miles southwest of Thurso in northern Caithness, within the Highland council area of Scotland. Its rural setting may present unique planning opportunities and challenges for prospective developments or applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
LSOA: Caithness North West - 06

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Shebster.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Shebster based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Shebster.

- Ivy Cottage Shebster Thurso KW14 7RA
Demolition of extension and erection of replacement extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2022-03-10
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- G D Macleod Garage Shebster Thurso KW14 7QZ
Erection of commercial garage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2020-08-06
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- Land 1200M NW Of Broubster Cottage Shebster Thurso
Proposed single wind turbine development (79 m to blade tip) - Shebster, Caithness
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2012-07-19
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- Plot 3 To South Of Ivy Cottage Shebster
Erection of house and garage, formation of vehicular access, installation of septic tank and soakaway
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2009-08-13
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- Plot 3 To South Of Ivy Cottage Shebster Highland
Erection of dwellinghouse, installation of septic tank and soakaway. (outline)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2005-09-21
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- Plot 4 To South West Of Ivy Cottage Shebster Highland
Erection of dwellinghouse (outline)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2005-09-21
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- Land To South Of Mackay Terrace Shebster Highland
Erection of 2 blocks of semi-detached dwellinghouses (outline) and formation of vehicular access
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2005-07-18
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- 4 Mackay Terrace Shebster Thurso Highland KW14 7QZ
Extension to dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2003-06-11
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A brief summary of Shebster in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Shebster

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Shebster. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 days.

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

With an average of 98 days, decisions near Shebster take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Shebster were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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