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Change of Use (Residential) approval rate in Highland

Highland approved – of change of use (residential) applications, based on 167 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

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change of use (residential) approval rate
167
Change of Use (Residential) decisions
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Approved
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Refused
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Highland overall

Change of Use (Residential) applications are approved at roughly the same rate as the Highland average (–).

How change of use (residential) compares in Highland

Change of Use (Residential) (167 decided)
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Highland all applications (2,639 decided)
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Other project types in Highland

Extension (General) (447 decided)
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Garage / Parking (366 decided)
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New Build (215 decided)
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Outbuilding (180 decided)
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Annex (38 decided)
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Conservatory (34 decided)
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Dormer (32 decided)
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