How long do planning decisions take near Springfield?

The average planning decision time near Springfield is 43 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 Springfield?

The planning approval rate near Springfield is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Springfield?

The most common type of planning application near Springfield is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Springfield?

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Springfield, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Springfield, Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway · Scotland · settlement

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About Springfield

Springfield is a village situated in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, to the east of Gretna Green. Located on the Scottish side of the border, it lies north of the A74(M) motorway, making it a notable point for planning applications in the region.

District: Gretna

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale
LSOA: Gretna - 06

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Springfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Springfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Springfield.

- Trackside Main Street Springfield Gretna DG16 5EH
APPLICATION TO OPERATE A CERTIFIED SITE FOR 5 PITCH MOTORHOME STOPOVER
Status: Permitted | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-07-08
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A brief summary of Springfield in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Springfield

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Springfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Springfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Springfield were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

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