Stirling, Stirling Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stirling, Stirling.
Stirling · Scotland · City
Planning applications in Stirling are administered by Stirling Council. View the full Stirling Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Stirling
Stirling, located in central Scotland, is a city steeped in history and strategic significance, positioned 26 miles northeast of Glasgow and 37 miles northwest of Edinburgh. As the administrative centre of the Stirling council area, it features rich farmland and landmarks such as a royal citadel and the medieval old town, all linked by the River Forth. Known as the "Gateway to the Highlands," Stirling's pivotal location at the lowest bridging point of the River Forth has historically made it a key transit point and has contributed to its importance in Scottish heritage and planning developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Stirling
- Parliamentary constituency: Stirling and Strathallan
- LSOA: City Centre - 04
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stirling.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stirling.
- 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 Stirling based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
43 planning applications found near Stirling.
- - Specsavers 21 Murray Place Stirling FK8 1DQ
Fascia sign and window vinyl
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Morrisons Cold Beer Company 84 Murray Place Stirling FK8 2BX
Proposed fascia and projecting signage comprising: one projecting sign, set of halo-illuminated built-up letters, set of non-illuminated individual letters affixed to the arched structure, door plaque
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Morrisons Cold Beer Company 84 Murray Place Stirling FK8 2BX
Proposed fascia and projecting signage comprising: one projecting sign, set of halo-illuminated built-up letters, set of non-illuminated individual letters affixed to the arched structure, door plaque
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 24 Victoria Place Kings Park Stirling FK8 2QT
External alterations including proposed new window and installation of 3no. extracts (Kitchen, Utility, & Bathroom) and 1no. solumn vent; Internal alterations including blocking up of hallway cupboard
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 13 Allan Park Stirling
Works to 2 Willow trees and one Lawson Cypress
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 80 - 82 Murray Place Stirling
Proposed new door opening in ground floor load-bearing internal wall between No.80 and No.82 Murray Place, to include a protected lobby
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 12A Clarendon Place Kings Park Stirling FK8 2QW
Crown reduction by 25% of 1no. flowering Cherry, 1no. Rowan, 1no. Willow, 1no. Laburnum and 2no. Cherry Plums
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Kiosk In Front Of 84 Murray Place Stirling
Replacement ATM signage (Vinyl tablet onto ATM)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 1 Abercromby Place Kings Park Stirling FK8 2QP
Crown reduce Copper Beech by 10% and shape crown accordingly; crown reduce Flowering Cherry by 15%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Graham & Sibbald 22 Allan Park Stirling FK8 2QG
External building works including: removal of concrete render and works to repair and repoint the stone below; downtaking and rebuilding of chimney; repairs to other chimney; replacement of lead flash
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Graham & Sibbald 22 Allan Park Stirling FK8 2QG
Removal of concrete render and works to repair and repoint the stone below; downtaking and rebuilding of chimney; replacement of lead flashings; stone works to front steps; alteration to margins and s
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 18 Glebe Avenue Kings Park Stirling FK8 2HZ
Works to traditional timber sash and case window units, including reglazing with double glazing (Existing frames, sashes and astragals retained)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Bowling Green Greenwood Avenue Stirling FK8 2RL
Reduce Yew tree, pollard Cherry tree and reduce Rhododendrom
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - George Christie Memorial Clock Melville Terrace Stirling
Reconstruction of the George Christie Memorial Clock structure using the original material and new carved stone replacements to closely match. The scope of works comprises of full reconstruction with
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-11-28
View full details - - The Smith Art Gallery And Museum 40 Albert Place Kings Park Stirling FK8 2RQ
Section dismantle 3 trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 13 Albert Place Kings Park Stirling FK8 2RE
Works to existing wooden sash and case windows to ensure functionality, draught proofing works and replace single glazing with vacuum insulated glazing
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 16A Victoria Place Kings Park Stirling FK8 2QU
Window replacement
Status: Permitted | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - Vennel At 21-29 Baker Street And 32 Spittal Street Stirling
Works comprising of new heritage style handrails and new wall mounted lighting
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - Land At Kingstables Lane Top Of The Town Stirling
Works including the replacement of handrail and the provision of new street name plate signage on wall within curtilage of listed building
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - Vapour Monster 16 Friars Street Stirling FK8 1HA
Change of use from Class 1A (Shops) to a hot food takeaway (Sui Generis use), including installation of an external extraction flue
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stirling | Date: 2025-06-24
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A brief summary of Stirling in Stirling
Stirling, located in central Scotland, is a city steeped in history and strategic significance, positioned 26 miles northeast of Glasgow and 37 miles northwest of Edinburgh. As the administrative centre of the Stirling council area, it features rich farmland and landmarks such as a royal citadel and the medieval old town, all linked by the River Forth. Known as the "Gateway to the Highlands," Stirling's pivotal location at the lowest bridging point of the River Forth has historically made it a key transit point and has contributed to its importance in Scottish heritage and planning developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stirling a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stirling 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.
Planning Activity in Stirling
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Stirling. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stirling.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Stirling were tree works (20), listed building and heritage (19), full planning applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (29% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 17 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 10 applications
- Awaiting decision: 21 applications
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