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Planning in Smailholm

No decisions near Smailholm in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Smailholm in the last 24 months, from Scottish Borders Council's planning register.

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About Smailholm

Smailholm is a quaint village located in the historic county of Roxburghshire, within the Scottish Borders. Situated at grid reference NT648364, it lies along the B6397 road, approximately 6 miles (10 km) northwest of Kelso. Since the local government reorganisation in the 1970s, Smailholm has been under the jurisdiction of the Scottish Borders Council, making it an area of interest for planning applications within this scenic region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Smailholm 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 Smailholm 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, Smailholm 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 Smailholm, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Smailholm.

The most common types were tree works (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smailholm?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Smailholm.
What types of planning applications are most common near Smailholm?
The most common type of planning application near Smailholm is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Smailholm?
You can search and track planning applications near Smailholm on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.