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Planning in Summerville

Approved
89%
41 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Summerville in the last 24 months, from Dumfries and Galloway Council's planning register.

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Postcode districts

DG1 177 applications in the last 12 monthsDG2 161 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dumfries and Galloway Council

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About Summerville

Summerville is a settlement located in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Summerville 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 Summerville 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, Summerville 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 Summerville, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 100 planning applications were submitted near Summerville. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (13), discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (9).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Summerville?
In the last 24 months, 100 planning applications were submitted near Summerville. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Summerville?
The average planning decision time near Summerville is 51 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 Summerville?
The planning approval rate near Summerville is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Summerville?
The most common type of planning application near Summerville is listed building consent applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Summerville?
You can search and track planning applications near Summerville on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.