How long do planning decisions take near Southmuir?

The average planning decision time near Southmuir is 62 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 Southmuir?

The most common type of planning application near Southmuir is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Southmuir?

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Southmuir, Angus Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Southmuir, Angus.

Angus · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Southmuir are administered by Angus Council. View the full Angus Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Southmuir

Kirriemuir, often affectionately referred to as Kirrie or the Wee Red Toon, is a burgh located in Angus, Scotland. Known for its charming character and rich history, Kirriemuir presents various planning opportunities and developments that may be of interest to researchers and investors in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Angus
Parliamentary constituency: Angus and Perthshire Glens
LSOA: Forfar Central - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Southmuir.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Southmuir.

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 Southmuir based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Southmuir in Angus

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Southmuir a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Southmuir

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Southmuir. The average decision time was 62 days.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Southmuir slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Southmuir were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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