How long do planning decisions take near Urquhart?

The average planning decision time near Urquhart is 167 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 Urquhart?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Urquhart?

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

How can I track planning applications near Urquhart?

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Urquhart, Moray Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Urquhart, Moray.

Moray · Scotland · settlement

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About Urquhart

Urquhart is a quaint village located in Moray, Scotland, roughly 5 miles east of Elgin and 1 mile northeast of Lhanbryde. Situated just over a mile north of the A96 road, which links Elgin and Keith, it offers easy access to regional transport routes. With a population of around 420, Urquhart's community characteristics may be of interest to those researching planning applications in this picturesque area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Moray
Parliamentary constituency: Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey
LSOA: New Elgin West - 01

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Urquhart based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Urquhart.

- St Margarets Hall Station Road Urquhart Elgin Moray IV30 8LG
Change of use of former church hall to dwellinghouse at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2024-12-11
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- Muiryhall Farm Elgin Moray IV30 8LW
Erection of organic egg laying facility at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2015-03-07
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- Muiryhall Farm Elgin Moray IV30 8LW
Proposed organic egg laying facility at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2015-03-07
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- Muiryhall Farm Elgin Moray IV30 8LW
Proposed organic egg laying facility at
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Moray | Date: 2015-03-07
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A brief summary of Urquhart in Moray

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

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Planning Activity in Urquhart

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Urquhart. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 167 days.

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

With an average of 167 days, decisions near Urquhart take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Urquhart 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.

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