How long do planning decisions take near Upper Lybster?

The average planning decision time near Upper Lybster is 86 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 Upper Lybster?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Lybster?

The most common type of planning application near Upper Lybster is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Lybster?

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Upper Lybster, Highland Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Lybster, Highland.

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About Upper Lybster

Upper Lybster is a dispersed village located 2 miles north of Lybster in eastern Caithness, within the Highland council area of Scotland. Known for its crofting community, this village offers a unique landscape and local character, making it pertinent for those exploring planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Highland
Parliamentary constituency: Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross
LSOA: Caithness South - 02

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Lybster.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Lybster based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Upper Lybster.

- Lòn Nan Sporagan Upper Lybster Lybster KW3 6AT
Erection of house, installation of solar panels and temporary siting of caravan (part retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2025-09-12
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- Fifis Place Upper Lybster Lybster KW3 6AT
Erection of dwelling house and temporary siting of static caravan (partly retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Highland | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Upper Lybster in Highland

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

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Planning Activity in Upper Lybster

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Upper Lybster. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

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

The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Upper Lybster were full planning applications (1). 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, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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