How long do planning decisions take near Wormit?

The average planning decision time near Wormit is 8 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 Wormit?

The planning approval rate near Wormit is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wormit?

The most common type of planning application near Wormit is telecoms, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wormit?

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Wormit, Fife Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wormit, Fife.

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About Wormit

Wormit is a picturesque village situated on the southern shore of the Firth of Tay in north-east Fife, Scotland. Located at the southern end of the Tay Rail Bridge, it forms part of the Burgh of Newport-on-Tay, alongside Woodhaven and Newport-on-Tay. The village's name is believed to originate from the plant wormwood, adding a touch of botanical history to its charm, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in this scenic area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Fife
Parliamentary constituency: North East Fife
LSOA: Newport West

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wormit.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wormit based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Wormit.

- This Site Address Is Still To Be Recorded On Our Property Database (temporary Address Used) Fife
Notification of intention to install a 10m and 2, 9m high poles - East of 67 Bay Road, Glenleven Road, North of 79 Bay Road, and East of 83 Bay Road, Devonlea Road, Wormit
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-02-09
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- This Site Address Is Still To Be Recorded On Our Property Database (temporary Address Used) Fife
Notification of intention to install a 9m high pole - South-East of 45 Bay Road, Wormit
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 4 Naughton Road Wormit Newport On Tay Fife DD6 8NF
Erection of 2 dwellinghouses including formation of vehicular accessses and associated works (demolition of existing building)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Fife | Date: 2026-01-20
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- 4 Hillpark Road Wormit Newport On Tay Fife DD6 8PR
Single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse (Non-Material Variation to 14/01205/FULL for amendment to eastern wall finish)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Fife | Date: 2024-08-26
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A brief summary of Wormit in Fife

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

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Planning Activity in Wormit

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Wormit. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 8 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Wormit.

The average decision time of 8 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wormit were telecoms (5), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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