How long do planning decisions take near Stoneykirk?

The average planning decision time near Stoneykirk is 21 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 Stoneykirk?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Stoneykirk?

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

How can I track planning applications near Stoneykirk?

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Stoneykirk, Dumfries and Galloway Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stoneykirk, Dumfries and Galloway.

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About Stoneykirk

Stoneykirk is a village located in the picturesque Rhins of Galloway, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. Stretching nearly 10 miles long and 3.5 miles wide, it is bordered by the bay of Luce to the east and the Irish Channel to the west, situated just 5 miles south of Stranraer. This charming area offers a unique setting for planning applications, with its coastal proximity and rural character.

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Area Information

Admin district: Dumfries and Galloway
Parliamentary constituency: Dumfries and Galloway
LSOA: Rhins North - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stoneykirk.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stoneykirk based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Stoneykirk.

- Craigencrosh Stoneykirk Stranraer DG9 9BX
ERECTION OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDING WITH UNDERGROUND SLURRY CHANNEL
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2025-03-10
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- C9W Stoneykirk Stranraer DG9 9BP
INSTALLATION OF 2NO. TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLES
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-06-10
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- Garrie Farm Stoneykirk Stranraer DG9 9BX
INSTALLATION OF 1NO. TELECOMMUNICATIONS POLE
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2024-06-10
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- Craigencrosh Farm Stoneykirk Stranraer DG9 9BX
ERECTION OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDING WITH UNDERGROUND SLURRY CHANNEL (PARTIALLY RETROSPECTIVE)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2023-10-27
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- Brandiquoy Stoneykirk Stranraer DG9 9DH
SITING OF CARAVAN FOR RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2021-08-27
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- Lorne Main Road Stoneykirk Stranraer
ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE (INCLUDING DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLINGHOUSE) (AMENDED DESIGN TO THAT PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION 20/1890/FUL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2021-05-10
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- Lorne Maine Road Stoneykirk Stranraer DG9 9DH
ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE (INCLUDING DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLINGHOUSE)
Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2020-11-04
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- Craigencrosh Farm Stoneykirk Stranraer Dumfries And Galloway
ERECTION OF AGRICULTURAL BUILDING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2017-10-23
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- Former Post Office/Shop Stoneykirk Stranraer
INSTALLATION OF BIOMASS BOILER AND ERECTION OF LOG STORAGE SHED - RETROSPECTIVE
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2017-10-09
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- Craigencrosh Cottage Stoneykirk
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSIONS TO DWELLINGHOUSE, FORMATION OF DECKED AREA WITH ASSOCIATED BALUSTRADE (RETROSPECTIVE) AND RELOCATION OF EXISTING OIL STORAGE TANK
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2017-06-07
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- Rhins Men's Shed St Stephens Stoneykirk
INSTALLATION OF 10 REPLACEMENT UPVC WINDOWS AND 2 TIMBER DOORS
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2017-02-01
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0210049S - Rosevale, Stoneykirk, Stranraer , DG9 9DH
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2002-10-08
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0210003D - Craigencrosh Farm, Stoneykirk , DG9 9BX
ERECTION OF ABOVE GROUND SLURRY STORE/TANK
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dumfries | Date: 2002-05-29
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A brief summary of Stoneykirk in Dumfries and Galloway

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

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Planning Activity in Stoneykirk

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stoneykirk. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 21 days.

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

The average decision time of 21 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stoneykirk were outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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