Midlothian West planning approval rate
Midlothian West ward in Midlothian has a 94.1% approval rate based on 306 planning decisions. Midlothian overall: 94.2%.
Last updated: August 2026
94.1%
ward approval rate
306
Decisions
288
Approved
18
Refused
94.2%
Midlothian average
Midlothian West is broadly in line with the Midlothian average, neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How Midlothian West compares
Midlothian West ward
94.1%
Midlothian overall
94.2%
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Recent decisions in Midlothian West
Extension to dwellinghouse · Thu 13 Aug 2026
Erection of arbour, fences, greenhouse and fruit cages; formation of pond; and a · Thu 13 Aug 2026
Removal of lion sculpture and erection of replacement lion sculpture · Wed 05 Aug 2026
Formation of window opening · Tue 04 Aug 2026
Erection of temporary cabins for ancillary office use · Tue 04 Aug 2026
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