How long do planning decisions take near Sound (ZE2 9)?

The average planning decision time near Sound (ZE2 9) is 84 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sound (ZE2 9)?

The most common type of planning application near Sound (ZE2 9) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sound (ZE2 9)?

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Sound (ZE2 9), Shetland Islands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sound (ZE2 9), Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Sound (ZE2 9) are administered by Shetland Islands Council. View the full Shetland Islands Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Sound (ZE2 9)

Sound, located in the Shetland Islands, is a vibrant area known for its unique character and community. As a hub for local activities, it boasts a blend of natural beauty and cultural significance, making it an attractive location for various planning applications. The region's commitment to preserving its heritage while accommodating development presents opportunities for growth and investment.

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Area Information

Admin district: Shetland Islands
Parliamentary constituency: Orkney and Shetland
LSOA: North Mainland - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sound (ZE2 9).

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 Sound (ZE2 9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

16 planning applications found near Sound (ZE2 9).

- Kalli Brig Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9LQ
Demolition of existing dwellinghouse and erection of single storey dwellinghouse, formation of vehicular access and associated landscaping and drainage works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Plot 1 Weisdale Shetland
Application for consent agreement or approval required by planning Condition 9 (spoil or waste materials)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2022-12-01
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- Plot 1 Weisdale Shetland
Application for consent agreement or approval required by planning Condition 8 (Otter protection plan)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2022-12-01
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- Plot 1 - 4 Kallibrig Weisdale Shetland
Erect 4no. 2-bedroom dwelling houses with air source heat pumps and access road
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2022-07-15
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- Cott Road Lower (east) Weisdale
Application to discharge condition 4 (Traffic Management Plan) of Planning Application 2021/166/PPF
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2021-08-10
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- Cott Road Lower (east) Weisdale
Application to discharge condition 8 (Archaeological Written scheme of investigation) of Planning Application 2021/166/PPF
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2021-08-10
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- Cott Road Lower (east) Weisdale
To construct temporary site access from public road onto permitted development corridor
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2021-05-05
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- Cott Road Shetland ZE2 9LN
To construct temporary site access from public road
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2020-11-23
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- Cott Road Shetland ZE2 9LN
To construct temporary site access bell-mouth off public road
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2020-11-20
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- 5 Kallibrig Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9NX
Proposed garage conversion, timber cladding to garage and create additional parking spaces
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2019-11-19
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- Near Jetty Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9LQ
Proposed continued siting of portacabin
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2016-06-02
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- Adacent To Stranvaara Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9LQ
To install openreach street telecoms cabinet
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2015-01-05
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- Kallibrig Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9NX
To erect 4 no. dwellinghouses (Planning Permission in Principle)
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2014-12-17
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- Outside Stranvaara Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9LQ
To install openreach street telecoms cabinet
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2014-12-10
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- Moars Park Cott Weisdale Shetland ZE2 9LN
To erect 5kw wind turbine on 15 metre mast and a 1kw wind turbine on an 8 metre mast for private domestic use
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2011-08-12
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- Croft Sound Weisdale ZE2 9LN
Temporarily site caravan for occassional use for the improvement & social wellbeing of croft and for use during the renovation of the existing croft house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2009-11-20
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A brief summary of Sound (ZE2 9) in Shetland Islands

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sound (ZE2 9) a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Sound (ZE2 9)

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Sound (ZE2 9). The average decision time was 84 days.

The average decision period of 84 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Sound (ZE2 9) were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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