AB16 planning approval rate
The AB16 postcode area falls under Aberdeen council, which has a – planning approval rate based on 16,076 decisions.
Last updated: October 2026
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Aberdeen approval rate
What this means for AB16
If you're planning a project in the AB16 area, your application will be decided by Aberdeen council. Based on historical data, around – of applications are refused. The approval rate varies by ward and application type, use our free tool to check your specific property.
What gets approved near your property?
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✓ Ward-level approval rates for your exact area
✓ Common refusal reasons in Aberdeen
✓ Your 10 nearest comparable planning decisions
✓ Appeal success rates
✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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✓ Common refusal reasons in Aberdeen
✓ Your 10 nearest comparable planning decisions
✓ Appeal success rates
✓ PDF report to share with your architect
Free. Based on 16,076 decisions.
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Aberdeen approval by application type
Other
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Listed Building
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Prior Approval
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