Tayvallich, Argyll and Bute Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tayvallich, Argyll and Bute.
Argyll and Bute · Scotland · settlement
About Tayvallich
Tayvallich is a quaint village located in the Knapdale area of Argyll and Bute, Scotland, named from the Gaelic term meaning "house of the pass." Nestled around a sheltered harbour on Loch Sween, it features a caravan park, a pub, and a village store, with a local economy driven by tourism, fishing, and sailing. As of 1961, the village had a population of 72, reflecting its small, close-knit community.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Argyll and Bute
- Parliamentary constituency: Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- LSOA: Greater Lochgilphead - 02
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tayvallich.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tayvallich.
- 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 Tayvallich based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Tayvallich.
- - Mary's Land Tayvallich Argyll And Bute
Installation of ground mounted solar panels, erection of timber-clad inverter shed and 2m deer fencing
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Land Opposite 1 And 2 Creagan Dearg Tayvallich Argyll And Bute
Installation of upgraded sewage treatment plant with associated cabinet and removal of existing klargester sewage treatment plant (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Land West Of Kennovay Cottages Tayvallich Argyll And Bute
Erection of dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 7 Kintallen Tayvallich Lochgilphead Argyll And Bute PA31 8PR
Alterations to dwellinghouse and decking raised and extended
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Argyll | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Tayvallich in Argyll and Bute
Tayvallich is a quaint village located in the Knapdale area of Argyll and Bute, Scotland, named from the Gaelic term meaning "house of the pass." Nestled around a sheltered harbour on Loch Sween, it features a caravan park, a pub, and a village store, with a local economy driven by tourism, fishing, and sailing. As of 1961, the village had a population of 72, reflecting its small, close-knit community.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Tayvallich a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tayvallich 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 Tayvallich
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Tayvallich. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tayvallich may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 62 days on average, decisions near Tayvallich slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Tayvallich were full planning applications (4). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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