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New Build approval rate in Cairngorms NP

Cairngorms NP approved 85.3% of new build applications, based on 34 decisions analysed.

Last updated: March 2026

85.3%
new build approval rate
34
New Build decisions
29
Approved
5
Refused
91.0%
Cairngorms NP overall

New Build applications are refused more often than the Cairngorms NP average (91.0%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How new build compares in Cairngorms NP

New Build (34 decided)
85.3%
Cairngorms NP all applications (279 decided)
91.0%

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Other project types in Cairngorms NP

Extension (General) (29 decided)
100.0%
Garage / Parking (25 decided)
92.0%
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