How long do planning decisions take near Townhead?

The average planning decision time near Townhead is 83 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 Townhead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Townhead?

The most common type of planning application near Townhead is listed building consent applications, with 48 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Townhead?

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Townhead, Glasgow City Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Townhead, Glasgow City.

Glasgow City · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Townhead are administered by Glasgow City Council. View the full Glasgow City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Townhead

Townhead, an historic district in Glasgow, Scotland, is notable for its rich heritage, featuring two of the city's key medieval landmarks: Glasgow Cathedral and Provand's Lordship. As one of Glasgow's oldest areas, Townhead presents a unique blend of history and urban development, making it a significant location for planning applications and developments in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Glasgow City
Parliamentary constituency: Glasgow North
LSOA: City Centre South - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Townhead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Townhead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

94 planning applications found near Townhead.

- 266 George Street City Centre Glasgow
External alterations including display of various illuminated and non illuminated temporary branding
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-06
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26/01446/LBA - 266 George Street City Centre Glasgow
External alterations including display of various illuminated and non illuminated temporary branding
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-06
26/01428/LBA - 36 Buchanan Street City Centre Glasgow G1 3JX
External alterations including display of signage
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-03
26/01427/FUL - 36 Buchanan Street City Centre Glasgow G1 3JX
Frontage alterations
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-03
26/01429/ADV - 36 Buchanan Street City Centre Glasgow G1 3JX
Display of one internally illuminated fascia sign
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-03
26/01404/ADV - 266 George Street City Centre Glasgow
Display of various illuminated and non illuminated temporary branding
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-01
26/01409/FUL - Site To The Rear Of 92 - 94 Cartside Street And Sinclair Drive Glasgow
Installation of telecommunications monopole with equipment, cabinets and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-07-01
26/01335/LBA - 155 Queen Street Glasgow G1 3BJ
Internal alterations to public house.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-06-23
26/01227/LBA - 7 West George Street Glasgow
Internal and external alterations associated with change of use to restaurant.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-06-08
26/01050/LBA - 10 Montrose Street Glasgow
Installation of condenser unit to roof with associated internal works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-06-02
26/01164/PNT - Site To The North Of 267 Whitehill Street On Alexandra Parade Glasgow
Installation of telecommunications monopole with equipment cabinets and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-06-02
26/01146/LBA - 5A Royal Exchange Square Glasgow G1 3AH
Internal and external alterations, with retail fit-out, re-painting of frontage, and display of signage.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-05-29
26/01115/FUL - Site Of Former Craigholme School 72 St Andrews Drive Glasgow
Change of use from School (Class 10) to residential dwelling (Class 9) and enlargement of 4no. windows to front.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-05-26
26/01111/PNT - Site To The South Of 2 Halley Court On Halley Street Glasgow
Installation of telecommunications monopole with equipment cabinets and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-05-26
26/00965/LBA - 30 - 40 St Vincent Place Glasgow
Installation of external platform lift at entrance of building.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-05-07
26/00867/FUL - 21-41 Queen Street Glasgow
Demolition of facade and erection of replacement facade.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-04-27
26/00866/CON - 21-41 Queen Street Glasgow
Complete Demolition in a Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-04-24
26/00778/CON - 109 West Nile Street Glasgow G1 2SB
Complete Demolition in a Conservation Area.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-04-15
26/00781/FUL - 109 West Nile Street Glasgow G1 2SB
Erection of hotel (Class 7) with associated Class 1a and 3 uses: Section 42 application to vary Condition 1 of Planning Permission 23/00616/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-04-15
26/00647/ADV - 7 Renfrew Street Glasgow G2 3AB
Display of various internally illuminated signage
Status: Undecided | Council: Glasgow | Date: 2026-04-15

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A brief summary of Townhead in Glasgow City

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

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

In the last 24 months, 165 planning applications were submitted near Townhead. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 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 Townhead.

The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Townhead were listed building and heritage (48), advertising consent (30), discharge of conditions (11). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 41 medium-scale applications, 71 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (75% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 28 applications
Refused: 10 applications
Withdrawn: 4 applications
Awaiting decision: 122 applications

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