How long do planning decisions take near Tarbet?

The average planning decision time near Tarbet is 152 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 Tarbet?

The planning approval rate near Tarbet is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tarbet?

The most common type of planning application near Tarbet is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tarbet?

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Tarbet, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tarbet, Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Tarbet are administered by Argyll And Bute Council. View the full Argyll And Bute Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Tarbet

Tarbet is a quaint village situated in Argyll and Bute, Scotland, nestled within the scenic Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park. Its location offers a unique blend of natural beauty and potential for planning developments, making it an area of interest for those researching local planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Dunbartonshire
Parliamentary constituency: West Dunbartonshire
LSOA: Kilmaronock - 05

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tarbet.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tarbet based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Tarbet.

- 39 Ballyhennan Crescent Tarbet Arrochar G83 7DB
Erection of single storey extension, varanda, balcony, decking, and formation of access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2026-06-17
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- Land West Of Tarbet Hotel Tarbet
Further application (under Section 42) to vary condition 1 of planning permission 2024/0162/DET to extend duration of permission by a further 52 weeks
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Former Public Toilet Next To House On A83 "Taigh Na Cloiche" Tarbet G83 7DD
Application to remove a planning obligation related to planning permission ref. no. 2022/0373/DET
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2025-10-19
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- Tarbet Hotel Tarbet Arrochar G83 7DE
Demolition of outbuilding and formation of additional car parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2024-12-11
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- Grassland South Of A83 Opposite Eastern End Of Station Road Tarbet
Formation of a remote compound associated with works to re-deck the UB 310/059 Railway Underbridge, including the formation of a new vehicle access from the A83 Public Road (Temporary Planning Permiss
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Loch Lomond | Date: 2024-07-31
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A brief summary of Tarbet in Argyll and Bute

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tarbet 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 Tarbet

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Tarbet. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 152 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 Tarbet.

With an average of 152 days, decisions near Tarbet 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 Tarbet were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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