How long do planning decisions take near Symbister?

The average planning decision time near Symbister is 22 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 Symbister?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Symbister?

The most common type of planning application near Symbister is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Symbister?

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Symbister, Shetland Islands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Symbister, Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Symbister are administered by Shetland Islands Council. View the full Shetland Islands Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Symbister

Symbister is the largest village and port on Whalsay, an island in the Shetland Islands of Scotland, with a population of 797 recorded in 1991. The village centres around its bustling harbour, accommodating both small fishing boats and larger deep-sea trawlers. Notably, Symbister House, a granite mansion built in 1823 by the Sixth Robert Bruce of Symbister, adds historical significance to the area, which is also referred to as Bay of Symbister or Symbister Old Harbour. This vibrant community offers unique opportunities for planning applications related to maritime activities and heritage conservation.

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Area Information

Admin district: Shetland Islands
Parliamentary constituency: Orkney and Shetland
LSOA: North and East Isles - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Symbister.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Symbister based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Symbister.

- Symbister Harbour Symbister Whalsay
To Install Two Connecting 10m x 2m Pontoons
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Symbister in Shetland Islands

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

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Planning Activity in Symbister

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Symbister. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Symbister were outline applications (1).

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