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Planning in Silverbank

Approved
93%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Silverbank in the last 24 months, from Aberdeenshire Council's planning register.

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About Silverbank

Silver Bank, located in the Atlantic Ocean, lies north of the Dominican Republic and southeast of the Turks and Caicos Islands, covering an area of 1,680 square kilometres. This submerged bank is bordered to the west by Silver Bank Passage, which separates it from Mouchoir Bank, and to the east by Navidad Bank Passage, which distinguishes it from Navidad Bank. Understanding the geographical context of Silver Bank is essential for any planning applications related to marine and coastal activities in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Silverbank area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Silverbank a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Silverbank 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Silverbank, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Silverbank. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), advertising consent (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Silverbank?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Silverbank. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Silverbank?
The average planning decision time near Silverbank is 60 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 Silverbank?
The planning approval rate near Silverbank is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Silverbank?
The most common type of planning application near Silverbank is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Silverbank?
You can search and track planning applications near Silverbank on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.