Bonnyrigg planning approval rate
Bonnyrigg ward in Midlothian has a 92.9% approval rate based on 225 planning decisions. Midlothian overall: 94.2%.
Last updated: August 2026
92.9%
ward approval rate
225
Decisions
209
Approved
16
Refused
94.2%
Midlothian average
Bonnyrigg is broadly in line with the Midlothian average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Bonnyrigg compares
Bonnyrigg ward
92.9%
Midlothian overall
94.2%
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Recent decisions in Bonnyrigg
Alterations to garage door to form window opening and alteration to existing doo · Thu 13 Aug 2026
Extension to dwellinghouse; formation of dormer window; erection of decking and · Wed 22 Jul 2026
Erection of golf practice net structure (part-retrospective) · Tue 21 Jul 2026
Extension to dwellinghouse; alterations to boundary wall; demolition of outbuild · Thu 16 Jul 2026
Installation of replacement door; formation of part glazed door openings and pat · Fri 10 Jul 2026
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