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New Build approval rate in Highland

Highland approved – of new build applications, based on 215 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

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new build approval rate
215
New Build decisions
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Approved
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Refused
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Highland overall

New Build applications are approved at roughly the same rate as the Highland average (–).

How new build compares in Highland

New Build (215 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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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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