Tullos, Aberdeen City Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tullos, Aberdeen City.
Aberdeen City · Scotland · settlement
About Tullos
Tullos is a distinct area in Aberdeen, Scotland, situated between Tullos Hill and Torry Hill, which is named after the Vale of Tullos. The name Tullos is believed to derive from the Gaelic word ‘Tulach,’ meaning hill, reflecting the area's topographical features. This context is essential for those researching planning applications, as the area's unique geographical characteristics may influence development opportunities and regulations.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Aberdeen City
- Parliamentary constituency: Aberdeen South
- LSOA: Cove South - 06
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tullos.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tullos.
- 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 Tullos based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Tullos.
- - Cityview Craigshaw Drive Aberdeen AB12 3BE
Proposed demolition of offices and associated structures
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - Lindholme 129 Wellington Road Aberdeen AB12 3BB
Change of use of guest house to short-term let accommodation with maximum occupancy of 10 people
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - Jasmine House Greenbank Place Aberdeen AB12 3BT
Partial change of use from class 4 (business) to class 1A (shops and financial professional and other services)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Noskab House Craigshaw Road Aberdeen AB12 3AR
Relocation and extension of Valet Building and alterations to car parking with associated works (associated wth application ref. 230798/DPP)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2024-06-17
View full details - - Arnold Clark Mazda Craigshaw Road Aberdeen AB12 3AR
Installation of 3 illuminated fascia signs, 1 illuminated totem sign and 1 non-illuminated free standing sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2023-07-20
View full details - - Craigshaw House Craigshaw Road Aberdeen AB12 3QH
Installation of 1 internally illuminated totem sign; 2 internally illuminated height limiter signs; 7 internally illuminated information signs and 6 illuminated fascia signs
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2023-03-02
View full details - - Footway Of West Tullos Road Kincorth Aberdeen AB12 3AJ
Installation of 16m high slim-line monopole; 6no. antennas, 2no. equipment cabinets, 1 no. electric meter cabinet, and ancillary development
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Aberdeen | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Tullos in Aberdeen City
Tullos is a distinct area in Aberdeen, Scotland, situated between Tullos Hill and Torry Hill, which is named after the Vale of Tullos. The name Tullos is believed to derive from the Gaelic word ‘Tulach,’ meaning hill, reflecting the area's topographical features. This context is essential for those researching planning applications, as the area's unique geographical characteristics may influence development opportunities and regulations.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Tullos a particularly low-crime area.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tullos 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 Tullos
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Tullos. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tullos may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Tullos slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Tullos were full planning applications (5), advertising consent (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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