How long do planning decisions take near Woodhaven?

The average planning decision time near Woodhaven is 146 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodhaven?

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

How can I track planning applications near Woodhaven?

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Woodhaven, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodhaven, Fife.

Fife · Scotland · settlement

Planning applications in Woodhaven are administered by Fife Council. View the full Fife Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Woodhaven

Woodhaven, located in Fife, Scotland, has transitioned from a small village to a name associated primarily with its harbour and pier, following the expansion of nearby Newport-on-Tay and Wormit. Notably, during World War II, Woodhaven served as a flying boat station for the Royal Air Force, housing four PBY5 Catalina aircraft operated by the Norwegian No. 333 Squadron. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area, especially concerning development around the waterfront and its heritage.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: Tayport Central

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodhaven.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodhaven based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Woodhaven in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Woodhaven

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Woodhaven. The average decision time was 146 days.

With an average of 146 days, decisions near Woodhaven take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Woodhaven were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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