How long do planning decisions take near Townhead?

The average planning decision time near Townhead is 49 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 100%. 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 full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Townhead?

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Townhead, North Lanarkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Townhead, North Lanarkshire.

North Lanarkshire · Scotland · settlement

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

About Townhead

Townhead, located in Glasgow, Scotland, is one of the city's oldest districts, rich in historical significance. It is home to key medieval landmarks, including the renowned Glasgow Cathedral and the Provand's Lordship, making it a focal point for heritage and planning considerations in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: North Lanarkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Coatbridge and Bellshill
LSOA: Kirkshaws - 01

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

11 planning applications found near Townhead.

26/00535/CLP - 15 Crinan Crescent Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2LG
Proposed Rear Single Storey Extension
Status: Approved | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-05-12
- 90 Townhead Road Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2HU
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2026-01-14
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- 11 Leven Road Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2LB
Use of flat as a short term let property
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2025-05-16
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- 7 Iona Place Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2LE
Single Storey Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2023-05-12
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- 17 Avon Place Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2JE
Replacement Windows and Door
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2021-04-23
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- 26 Leven Road Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2LD
Single Storey Side and Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2021-03-18
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- 56 Townhead Road Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2HU
Single Storey Side Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2019-09-04
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- 66 Townhead Road Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2HU
Proposed Rear Annexe to Main Dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2019-07-03
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- 6 Deveron Street Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2LA
Two Story Rear Extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2018-06-11
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- 5 Avon Place Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2JE
Formation of Driveway
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2014-10-13
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- 55 Morar Crescent Townhead Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 2JH
Proposed Removal of Tree
Status: Permitted | Council: North Lanarkshire | Date: 2014-02-05
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A brief summary of Townhead in North Lanarkshire

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

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Planning Activity in Townhead

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Townhead. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Townhead may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

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 Townhead were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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