Strathaven, South Lanarkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Strathaven, South Lanarkshire.
South Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement
Planning applications in Strathaven are administered by South Lanarkshire Council. View the full South Lanarkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Strathaven
Strathaven, the largest settlement in Avondale, is a historic market town located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, just 7.5 kilometres south of Hamilton. The town is characterized by the Powmillon Burn, which flows through its centre and merges with the Avon Water to the east, providing a picturesque setting that may influence local planning considerations.
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Lanarkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: East Kilbride and Strathaven
- LSOA: Strathaven West, Chapelton, Drumclog and Sandford - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Strathaven.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Strathaven.
- 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 Strathaven based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Strathaven.
- P/26/0030/V · Received: Wed 10 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 10 Jun 2026 - Site Of Former Ballgreen Hall Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6LZ
Amendment to bin storage enclosure area and widening of gable bedroom windows (Variation of P/26/0008)
Status: Undecided | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-06-10 - P/26/0030/V - Site Of Former Ballgreen Hall Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6LZ
Amendment to bin storage enclosure area and widening of gable bedroom windows (Variation of P/26/0008)
Status: Undecided | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-06-10 - P/26/0585 - 15 Common Green Strathaven ML10 6AQ
Painting and display of a mural on gable end of building
Status: Undecided | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-05-28 - - The Strathaven 6 Waterside Street Strathaven ML10 6AW
Display of five externally illuminated fascia signs, installation of two menu boards, two lanterns, and eight floodlights
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 41 North Street Strathaven ML10 6JL
Sub-division of existing dwellinghouse to form two residential properties.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 21 Cochrane Street Strathaven ML10 6ND
Erection of two-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 39 Commercial Road Strathaven ML10 6LX
Removal of Sitka Spruce and Cypress trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-01-20
View full details - - Flat 2 24 Dunlop Street Strathaven ML10 6LA
Installation of replacement uPVC windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2024-08-26
View full details - - 25 Common Green Strathaven ML10 6AQ
Installation of new signage to shopfront including illuminated fascia sign and illuminated projecting sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - 42 Glasgow Road Strathaven ML10 6LZ
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2023-07-21
View full details - - 18 Glassford Road Strathaven ML10 6LL
Erection of a one and a half storey rear extension, formation of side dormer and associated roof alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Lanarkshire | Date: 2023-07-11
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A brief summary of Strathaven in South Lanarkshire
Strathaven, the largest settlement in Avondale, is a historic market town located in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, just 7.5 kilometres south of Hamilton. The town is characterized by the Powmillon Burn, which flows through its centre and merges with the Avon Water to the east, providing a picturesque setting that may influence local planning considerations.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Strathaven a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Strathaven 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 Strathaven
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Strathaven. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 34 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Strathaven may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 34 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Strathaven were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
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