How long do planning decisions take near Whitefaulds?

The average planning decision time near Whitefaulds is 213 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 Whitefaulds?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Whitefaulds?

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

How can I track planning applications near Whitefaulds?

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Whitefaulds, South Ayrshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whitefaulds, South Ayrshire.

South Ayrshire · Scotland · settlement

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Area Information

Admin district: South Ayrshire
Parliamentary constituency: Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
LSOA: Maybole - 04

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whitefaulds.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Whitefaulds based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Whitefaulds.

- 4 Kirk Brae Maybole South Ayrshire KA19 7ER
Alterations to Listed Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Ayrshire | Date: 2025-03-28
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A brief summary of Whitefaulds in South Ayrshire

Whitefaulds is a settlement located in South Ayrshire, Scotland.

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

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Planning Activity in Whitefaulds

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Whitefaulds. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 213 days.

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

With an average of 213 days, decisions near Whitefaulds take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 8-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Whitefaulds were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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