How long do planning decisions take near Strachur?

The average planning decision time near Strachur is 156 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 Strachur?

The planning approval rate near Strachur is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Strachur?

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

How can I track planning applications near Strachur?

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Strachur, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Strachur, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

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About Strachur

Strachur, located on the eastern coast of Loch Fyne in Argyll and Bute, is a small village that forms part of the united parishes of Strachur and Strathlachlan. Its picturesque setting and community-focused atmosphere make it a noteworthy area for planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop in a scenic Scottish locale.

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Area Information

Admin district: Argyll and Bute
Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
LSOA: Cowal South - 07

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Strachur.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Strachur based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Strachur.

- Church Strachur Argyll And Bute
Change of use, conversion and extension of a redundant church hall [Class 10] to create a 2 bed dwellinghouse [Class 9] and change of use of land to form garden curtilage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2024-08-26
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- Land At Heron Park Strachur Argyll And Bute
Approval of matters specified in conditions 1,2,3,5,6 and 7 relative to planning permission in principle reference 22/02141/PPP (Site for the erection of a building to be used as a men's shed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Argyll | Date: 2023-12-11
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A brief summary of Strachur in Argyll and Bute

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

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Planning Activity in Strachur

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Strachur. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 156 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 Strachur.

With an average of 156 days, decisions near Strachur take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Strachur were full planning applications (3). 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, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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