How long do planning decisions take near Turnhouse?

The average planning decision time near Turnhouse is 2 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 Turnhouse?

The planning approval rate near Turnhouse is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Turnhouse?

The most common type of planning application near Turnhouse is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Turnhouse?

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Turnhouse, City of Edinburgh Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Turnhouse, City of Edinburgh.

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About Turnhouse

Turnhouse is a suburban area located in the western part of Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city. It is situated close to Maybury, Gogar, Cammo, and West Craigs, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications, particularly given its proximity to various residential and commercial developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: City of Edinburgh
Parliamentary constituency: Edinburgh West
LSOA: East Craigs South - 03

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Turnhouse.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Turnhouse based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Turnhouse.

- Site At Former RAF Turnhouse Turnhouse Road Edinburgh
Proposed alterations to industrial storage park as previously consented (Ref: 09/00302/FUL and 08/01484/FUL) to provide for improved access, layout, and reduced units numbers, with associated landscap
Status: Permitted | Council: Edinburgh | Date: 2023-09-05
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A brief summary of Turnhouse in City of Edinburgh

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

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Planning Activity in Turnhouse

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Turnhouse. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 2 days.

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

The average decision time of 2 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Turnhouse were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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