The Den, North Ayrshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near The Den, North Ayrshire.
North Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement
About The Den
The Den, located in North Ayrshire, Scotland, is a hamlet approximately three miles southwest of Beith, near the A737 road to Dalry. Historically known as Barkip, the name reflects its Gaelic roots, with "bar" meaning "top" and "kip" being a term for a hollow, which aptly describes the area's geography. Although it was referred to as The Den in local press as early as 1898, its current designation aligns with its picturesque setting nestled between hills. Following the construction of a new road, The Den is now slightly off the main Beith to Dalry route, making it a unique spot for future planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Ayrshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Ayrshire and Arran
- LSOA: Dalry East and Rural - 04
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near The Den.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near The Den.
- 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 The Den based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
25 planning applications found near The Den.
- - Nidaros The Den Dalry North Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse to include the enlargement of the roof to form extension to upper floor, replacement of conservatory with sun room, erection of 1.5 storey rear extension and
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - Site To East Of Rowan Tree Garden World 1 - 5 Crossroads Dalry North Ayrshire
Application under Section 42 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 to remove the temporary consent conditions on planning permissions 20/00801/PP (Condition 4), 20/00976/PP (Condition 6
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - Nidaros The Den Dalry North Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse to include the enlargement of the roof to form an upper floor, replacement of conservatory with sun room and the erection of a detached outbuilding to provid
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - Rowan Tree Garden World 1 - 5 Crossroads Dalry North Ayrshire KA24 4JF
Erection of a polytunnel for plant sales, erection of fencing and reconfiguration of parking arrangements at existing garden centre
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2025-09-10
View full details - - Site To East Of Willowrigg The Den Dalry North Ayrshire
Erection of single storey detached dwelling house to include associated access and garden ground
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2023-11-14
View full details - - Laigh Maulside Dalry Road Beith Ayrshire KA15 1JJ
Erection of single storey extension to side and formation of dormer to rear of detached dwelling house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2023-03-28
View full details - - Site Adjacent To Graze Restaurant 1 - 5 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire
Siting of 5 no. additional storage containers within yard
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2022-03-28
View full details - - Dungoyle The Den Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Erection of domestic garage and store
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2020-11-16
View full details - - Site To East Of 12 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire
Erection of two detached dwellinghouses with outbuildings/stables to include the provision of garden ground, landscaping, waste water treatment facilities, boundary enclosures and the formation of a s
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2020-11-02
View full details - - Site Adjacent To Graze Restaurant 1 - 5 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire
Siting of 5 no. additional shipping containers within storage site
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2020-10-27
View full details - - Site Adjacent To Graze Restaurant 1 - 5 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire
Change of use of vacant land to storage yard to include erection of perimeter fence, access gates and the siting of 5 no. storage containers
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2020-09-14
View full details - - Site To East Of 12 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire
Erection of two detached dwellinghouses with garages, garden ground, landscaping, boundary treatment and the formation of a shared vehicular access
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2020-04-20
View full details - - 29 The Den Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Erection of extension to rear and erection of detached garage to side of detached dwelling house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2018-04-03
View full details - - Dungoyle The Den Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Erection of detached garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2014-09-23
View full details - - Site To East Of 29 The Den Dalry Ayrshire
Erection of 2 no detached dwelling houses and garages
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2014-04-08
View full details - - Graze Restaurant 1-5 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JF
Erection of garden centre incorporating existing restaurant to include new access from A737, car parking, drainage infrastructure, landscaping, plant/tree nursery and external play area for children
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2013-04-05
View full details - - Graze Restaurant 1-5 Crossroads Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JF
Erection of 3 polytunnels
Status: Conditions | Type: Other | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2012-02-06
View full details - - 1 The Den Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Formation of dormer extension to rear of detached dwelling house and replacement of porch roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2011-11-14
View full details - - Site To The North Of Barkip Biogas Plant Dalry Ayrshire
Proposed 11KV overhead line
Status: Conditions | Type: Other | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2011-02-02
View full details - - 25A The Den Dalry Ayrshire KA24 4JG
Erection of porch to front of detached dwelling house
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Ayrshire | Date: 2009-03-24
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A brief summary of The Den in North Ayrshire
The Den, located in North Ayrshire, Scotland, is a hamlet approximately three miles southwest of Beith, near the A737 road to Dalry. Historically known as Barkip, the name reflects its Gaelic roots, with "bar" meaning "top" and "kip" being a term for a hollow, which aptly describes the area's geography. Although it was referred to as The Den in local press as early as 1898, its current designation aligns with its picturesque setting nestled between hills. Following the construction of a new road, The Den is now slightly off the main Beith to Dalry route, making it a unique spot for future planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes The Den a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Den 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 The Den
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near The Den. The average decision time was 49 days.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near The Den were full planning applications (6). Full planning applications account for 100% 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 was submitted.
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