What types of planning applications are most common near Siabost?

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

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Siabost, Na h-Eileanan an Iar Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Siabost, Na h-Eileanan an Iar.

Na h-Eileanan an Iar · Scotland · settlement

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About Siabost

Shawbost, a prominent village on the Isle of Lewis, boasts a population of around 500 residents and is situated approximately 20 miles west of Stornoway. The village, which is divided into North, South, and New Shawbost, recently saw the renovation of an old school into a modern community centre, enhancing local amenities. Notable features include a small museum of folk life, a stone circle, and a Harris Tweed mill, all set against the backdrop of Beinn Bhragair hill. This vibrant community is well-equipped for potential planning applications, given its active local development and cultural heritage.

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Area Information

Admin district: Na h-Eileanan Siar
Parliamentary constituency: Na h-Eileanan an Iar
LSOA: Lochganvich to Carloway

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Siabost.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Siabost based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Siabost.

- Agricultural Building 20 New Shawbost New Shawbost Isle Of Lewis
Prior Notification for Farm-related Building Works (Non-residential).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Western Isles | Date: 2025-04-18
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A brief summary of Siabost in Na h-Eileanan an Iar

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

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Planning Activity in Siabost

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Siabost.

The most common application types near Siabost were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (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, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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