Search Silverknowes planning applications
11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Silverknowes · updated daily · City of Edinburgh Council
- 7 Barnton Avenue Davidson's Mains Edinburgh EH4 6AWAwaiting decisionTo errect a garden room and gazebo in the rear garden.Received 4 Nov 202626/04396/FUL
- Garden Grounds Easter Park Drive EdinburghAwaiting decisionPedunculate Oak T0041, remove hangers over golf course. Pin Oak T0062, reduce lower 12m limb by 3m or back to suitable junction formation. Common Beech T0087, crown lift to 5.2m for highway clearance. Southern Beech T00102, remove. Sycamore T00190, remove. Weeping Willow T00314, reduce crown from above wall to prevent contact. Weeping Willow T00318, reduce crown from above wall head to prevent contact. Lawson Cypress T00322, remove. English Yew T00368, crown lift to 3m for pedestrian clearance. Common Ash T1151, reduce to 10m monolith. Japanese Maple T9695, reduce crown laterally from adjacent property to give 1m clearance. Common Holly T9697, remove.Received 30 Oct 202626/0957/TPO
- 13 Salvesen Crescent Muirhouse Edinburgh EH4 5JNAwaiting decisionExternal alterations to B Listed dwelling including replacement of windows to primary elevation and converting window to sliding doors at rear elevation.Received 28 Oct 202626/04219/LBC
- 20 Barnton Avenue Edinburgh EH4 6ALAwaiting decisionErection of a new two storey three bed dwelling with associated access and landscaping.Received 15 Oct 202626/04118/FUL
- 5 Silverknowes Terrace Silverknowes Edinburgh EH4 5HNAwaiting decisionAttic conversion with rear and side dormer window and front velux roof light.Received 30 Sep 202626/03938/FUL
Planning in Silverknowes
- Approved
- 100%
- 23 of 23 decided
- Decision time
- about 6 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Silverknowes in the last 24 months, from City of Edinburgh Council's planning register.
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EH4 414 applications in the last 12 months
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About Silverknowes
Silverknowes is a residential district located in the northwest of Edinburgh, Scotland, featuring over 2,000 homes that include bungalows and semi-detached houses, primarily constructed in the mid-twentieth century. Its diverse housing stock and established community make it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Silverknowes 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 Silverknowes 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, Silverknowes 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.
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In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Silverknowes. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (3), tree works (1).