How long do planning decisions take near Ulsta?

The average planning decision time near Ulsta is 44 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 Ulsta?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ulsta?

The most common type of planning application near Ulsta is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ulsta?

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Ulsta, Shetland Islands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ulsta, Shetland Islands.

Shetland Islands · Scotland · settlement

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About Ulsta

Ulsta is a village located in the south-west of Yell, one of the Shetland Islands in Scotland. The area features North Ness Hall, a community facility that serves as a hub for local activities. Additionally, Ulsta is the departure point for the car ferry to Toft on the Mainland, making it a crucial connection for transport within the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Shetland Islands
Parliamentary constituency: Orkney and Shetland
LSOA: North and East Isles - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ulsta.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ulsta based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Ulsta.

- Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
To erect dwellinghouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2005-09-19
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- 100m North West of Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
Renew temporary planning permission (Ref: 2002/304/PCD) to temporarily locate control cabin and generator and lay cable (Stingray Project)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2003-08-28
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- Flukes Hole Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
install 30,000 litre septic tank, including associated chambers, pipework and access track
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2003-05-20
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
Construct small craft facility
Status: Permitted | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2003-03-18
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- 100m North West of terminal Ulsta ferry terminal Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
Temporarily locate control cabin & generator and lay cable (Stingray Project)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2002-08-13
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- Ulsta Ferry Terminal Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
To upgrade ferry terminal
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2001-12-12
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- Ulsta Yell ZE2 9BD
Develop new ferry terminal.
Status: Conditions | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2001-07-18
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- Caravan Copister Yell ZE2 9BD
To retain caravan site
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shetlands | Date: 2001-02-07
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A brief summary of Ulsta in Shetland Islands

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

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Planning Activity in Ulsta

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Ulsta. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ulsta were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications was submitted.

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