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Planning in Whitelee

Only 1 decision near Whitelee in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Whitelee in the last 24 months, from Northumberland County Council's planning register.

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About Whitelee

Whitelee Wind Farm, situated on Eaglesham Moor in Scotland, is the UK's largest onshore wind farm, featuring 215 Siemens and Alstom turbines with a total capacity of 539 megawatts (MW). While the main visitor centre is in East Renfrewshire, the majority of the turbines are spread across East Ayrshire and South Lanarkshire. Developed and operated by ScottishPower Renewables, a subsidiary of the Spanish company Iberdrola, Whitelee plays a significant role in renewable energy production in the region, making it an important consideration for local planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whitelee area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Whitelee a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Whitelee has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitelee planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Whitelee, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Whitelee.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitelee?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Whitelee.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitelee?
The most common type of planning application near Whitelee is discharge of conditions, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitelee?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitelee on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.