How long do planning decisions take near Ullapool?

The average planning decision time near Ullapool is 63 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 Ullapool?

The planning approval rate near Ullapool is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ullapool?

The most common type of planning application near Ullapool is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ullapool?

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Ullapool, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ullapool, Highland.

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About Ullapool

Ullapool is a vibrant village and port situated in the civil parish of Lochbroom within Ross and Cromarty, in the Scottish Highlands. Located approximately 45 miles northwest of Inverness, it is the largest settlement in Wester Ross, with a population of 1,520 as of 2016. This picturesque community offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it an important area for planning applications and development projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
LSOA: Ross and Cromarty North West - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ullapool.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ullapool based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Ullapool.

- Hartford House 1 Argyle Street Ullapool IV26 2UB
Alterations, erection of replacement garage with roof mounted solar panels, replacement hard surfacing to garden path and relocation of storage container
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 10 Shore Street Ullapool IV26 2UJ
Painting of facade, installation of replacement windows, alterations to door
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Ullapool Village Hall Market Street Ullapool
Installation of air sourced heat pumps, solar PV and batteries
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-12-24
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- Land 60M SW Of Tigh Na Drochad Moss Road Ullapool
Erection of house with associated access, parking, vehicle turning and servicing
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-05-18
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A brief summary of Ullapool in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Ullapool

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Ullapool. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 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 Ullapool.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Ullapool slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Ullapool were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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