Stromness, Orkney Islands Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Stromness, Orkney Islands. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Orkney Islands council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Change of use from Post Office to mixed use facility (Class 1A/3/10) including creative arts-hub and cafe/retail. Demolish existing rear outbuildings and form three-storey extension, remove trees, install PV panels and VRF condenser units, works to public realm
Install signage and lifebelts
Replace a door
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About Stromness - Planning Applications & Local Development
Stromness, located in the southwestern part of Mainland Orkney, is the second-most populous town in the Orkney Islands, Scotland. As a designated burgh, it serves as the capital of the surrounding parish, making it a key area for planning applications and development opportunities within the region.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stromness area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Stromness a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stromness 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Stromness, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.