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Planning in Skelmorlie

Approved
88%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Skelmorlie in the last 24 months, from North Ayrshire Council's planning register.

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About Skelmorlie

Skelmorlie is a picturesque village located in North Ayrshire, Scotland, notable for being the northernmost settlement in the council area. It shares a boundary with Wemyss Bay, situated in Inverclyde, with the Kelly Burn serving as the natural divider. Unique in its PA postcode, unlike much of Ayrshire which uses the KA zone, Skelmorlie's geographical position and historical ties to both Ayrshire and Renfrewshire make it an interesting area for planning applications and development considerations.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Skelmorlie 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 Skelmorlie 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, Skelmorlie 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 Skelmorlie, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Skelmorlie. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Skelmorlie?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Skelmorlie. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Skelmorlie?
The average planning decision time near Skelmorlie is 27 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 Skelmorlie?
The planning approval rate near Skelmorlie is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Skelmorlie?
The most common type of planning application near Skelmorlie is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Skelmorlie?
You can search and track planning applications near Skelmorlie on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.