How long do planning decisions take near Tayport?

The average planning decision time near Tayport is 2 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 Tayport?

The planning approval rate near Tayport is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tayport?

The most common type of planning application near Tayport is telecoms, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tayport?

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Tayport, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tayport, Fife.

Fife · Scotland · Town

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About Tayport

Tayport, or Ferry-Port-on-Craig, is a charming town in Fife, Scotland, situated on the Firth of Tay, directly across from Broughty Ferry in Dundee. Historically connected by ferry until 1939, Tayport is now bordered to the east by the expansive Tentsmuir Nature Reserve, featuring scenic forested dunes and sandy beaches that stretch to the River Eden's mouth. This picturesque setting offers a unique backdrop for planning applications in the area, blending natural beauty with community development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: Newport East

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tayport.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tayport based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Tayport.

- Street Record Fenway Steeple Aston
Installation of Subtended Headend Sidepod onto existing BT cabinet
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-03-25
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- This Site Address Is Still To Be Recorded On Our Property Database (temporary Address Used) Fife
Notification of intention to install a 10m and a 9m high pole - South-West of 2 and South of 13/15 Queen Street, Tayport
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-03-06
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- This Site Address Is Still To Be Recorded On Our Property Database (temporary Address Used) Fife
Notification of intention to install a 9m high pole - East of 57 Tay Street, Tayport
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Fife | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 8 Banknowe Drive Tayport Fife DD6 9LN
Two storey extension to rear and single storey extension to side of dwellinghouse (Completion of Development Certificate for 21/00688/FULL)
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Fife | Date: 2023-12-08
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A brief summary of Tayport in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Tayport

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Tayport. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 2 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 Tayport.

The average decision time of 2 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tayport were telecoms (7), full planning applications (1).

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