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5 Bank Lane Forres Moray IV36 1NU (2 related)

1/4
Awaiting decision
Scale 2
/Listed Building/Roof Repairs

Repair chimney.

Added 24 Sept

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Duncryne Sheriffbrae Forres Moray IV36 1DP

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Awaiting decision
Scale 3
/Decking/External Alterations

Alterations and refurbishment including new decking area.

Added 16 Aug

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4 Woodside Drive Forres Moray IV36 2UF

1/3
Awaiting decision
Scale 3
/Internal Alterations/Extensions And Alterations

Alterations and an extension to the existing dwelling, alongside internal changes, are proposed.

Added 13 Aug

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  1. Ref MOR/26/01182/LBCAwaiting decisionRoof Works & Dormers

    5 Bank Lane Forres Moray IV36 1NU

    Received 14 Sept 2026Validated 22 Sept 2026Updated 24 Sept 2026

    Repair chimney.

    Repair chimney at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1NU
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    14 Sept 2026
    Validated
    22 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    24 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  2. Ref MOR/26/01183/APPAwaiting decisionRoof Works & Dormers

    5 Bank Lane Forres Moray IV36 1NU

    Received 14 Sept 2026Validated 22 Sept 2026Updated 24 Sept 2026

    Repair chimney.

    Repair chimney at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1NU
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    14 Sept 2026
    Validated
    22 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    24 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  3. Ref MOR/26/01025/APPAwaiting decisionExtensions & Enlargements

    Duncryne Sheriffbrae Forres Moray IV36 1DP

    Received 14 Aug 2026Validated 14 Aug 2026Updated 16 Aug 2026

    Alterations and refurbishment including new decking area.

    Alterations and refurbishment to include new decking area at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1DP
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    14 Aug 2026
    Validated
    14 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    16 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  4. Ref MOR/26/00953/APPAwaiting decisionExtensions & Enlargements

    4 Woodside Drive Forres Moray IV36 2UF

    Received 30 Jul 2026Validated 30 Jul 2026Updated 13 Aug 2026

    Alterations and an extension to the existing dwelling, alongside internal changes, are proposed.

    Alter and extend dwellinghouse at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2UF
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    30 Jul 2026
    Validated
    30 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    13 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  5. Ref MOR/26/00789/APPAwaiting decisionNew-Build & Major Development

    Site On Bank Lane Forres Moray IV36 1NU

    Received 23 Jun 2026Validated 16 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Erect 6 flats, bringing new multi-unit residential accommodation to the site.

    Erect 6 flats on

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1NU
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    7/10
    Received
    23 Jun 2026
    Validated
    16 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  6. Ref MOR/26/00781/APPAwaiting decisionParking, Access & Highways

    Erskine Veterans Activity Centre Tytler Street Forres Moray IV36 1EL

    Received 22 Jun 2026Validated 24 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Demolish shed and create a new workshop with boundary fencing; extend the car park and add accessible spaces for EVACN Forres.

    Demolish garden shed erect workshop with store alter erect fencing to boundaries and extend the existing car park and provide accessible parking

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1EL
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    22 Jun 2026
    Validated
    24 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  7. Ref MOR/26/00774/APPAwaiting decisionExtensions & Enlargements

    14 Siwalik Hill Forres Moray IV36 2PH

    Received 19 Jun 2026Validated 22 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Rear alterations and an extension are proposed to enlarge and update the existing dwellinghouse.

    Alter and extend dwellinghouse to rear at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2PH
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    19 Jun 2026
    Validated
    22 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  8. Ref MOR/26/00608/APPAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    Spar Stores 172 High Street Forres Moray IV36 1NN

    Received 15 May 2026Validated 21 May 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Retrospective change of use converting unused first-floor office/storage into a residential flat, with internal alterations to create new living rooms.

    Retrospective to convert and alter unused first floor office/storage space to form flat at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1NN
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    15 May 2026
    Validated
    21 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  9. Ref MOR/26/00550/APPAwaiting decisionExtensions & Enlargements

    28 Hainings Road Forres Moray IV36 1LA

    Received 04 May 2026Validated 05 May 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Proposed new conservatory at the dwellinghouse.

    Erect a conservatory at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1LA
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    04 May 2026
    Validated
    05 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  10. Ref MOR/26/00516/ADVDecidedShopfront & Signage

    The Greshop Filling Station Nairn Road Forres Moray IV36 2EY

    Received 24 Apr 2026Validated 05 May 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans show a freestanding single-sided D6 digital advertising display at the petrol filling station site off Main Road.

    Erect a freestanding single sided D6 digital advertising display at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2EY
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    24 Apr 2026
    Validated
    05 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  11. Ref MOR/26/00480/APPAwaiting decisionParking, Access & Highways

    17 Batchen Street Forres Moray IV36 1DA

    Received 20 Apr 2026Validated 11 Jun 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed replacement windows and doors, plus widening of the existing driveway for improved off-road parking.

    Replacement windows and doors along with widening of existing driveway at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1DA
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    20 Apr 2026
    Validated
    11 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  12. Ref MOR/26/00479/LBCAwaiting decisionParking, Access & Highways

    17 Batchen Street Forres Moray IV36 1DA

    Received 20 Apr 2026Validated 11 Jun 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed replacement windows and doors, plus widening of the existing driveway at 17 Batches Street, Forres, with revised elevations and site layout.

    Replacement windows and doors along with widening of existing driveway at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1DA
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    20 Apr 2026
    Validated
    11 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  13. Ref MOR/26/00449/APPAwaiting decisionRoof Works & Dormers

    6 North Street Forres Moray IV36 1AD

    Received 13 Apr 2026Validated 13 Apr 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed alterations and refurbishment to the property, including a dormer extension to enlarge the roof space.

    Alterations refurbishment and dormer extension

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1AD
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    13 Apr 2026
    Validated
    13 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  14. Ref MOR/26/00382/CLPDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    9 Mannachie Avenue Forres Moray IV36 2ZH

    Received 30 Mar 2026Validated 30 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Skylights proposed and rear window opening widened to form a patio door for the dwellinghouse.

    Install skylights and enlarge window opening to fit patio door on rear elevation of the dwellinghouse

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2ZH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    30 Mar 2026
    Validated
    30 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  15. Ref MOR/26/00355/APPAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    St Catherines House St Catherines Road Forres Moray IV36 1LS

    Received 23 Mar 2026Validated 23 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans to change part of St Catherines House into a mixed-use space, including a bespoke dining area and function room.

    Change of use of part of dwelling house to mixed use with bespoke dining and function room

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1LS
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    23 Mar 2026
    Validated
    23 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  16. Ref MOR/26/00297/LBCDecidedLegal / Administrative

    Forres Sale Room Tytler Street Forres Moray IV36 1EL

    Received 10 Mar 2026Validated 16 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Listed building consent to revise approved plans for Former Fores Sale Room, with design changes including a reduced building footprint.

    Listed Building Consent to amend design approved under 15/00371/LBC and 08/01955/LBC including reduction in building footprint at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1EL
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    10 Mar 2026
    Validated
    16 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  17. Ref MOR/26/00286/APPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    St Laurence Parish Church High Street Forres Moray IV36 1DX

    Received 06 Mar 2026Validated 09 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    St Laurence Church (Forres) proposed to switch from church activities to a music and arts centre, updating internal use and access arrangements.

    Proposed change of use from church activities to music and arts centre

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1DX
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    06 Mar 2026
    Validated
    09 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  18. Ref MOR/26/00275/PNOTWCDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    7 Fulton Road Forres Moray IV36 1PT

    Received 04 Mar 2026Validated 04 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Replacement front windows proposed for a home on Fulton Road, updating existing openings with new glazing and frames.

    Replacement windows at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1PT
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    04 Mar 2026
    Validated
    04 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  19. Ref MOR/26/00026/APPDecidedPublic Realm & Community Projects

    Ray's Rest Rooms 10 Leys Road Forres Moray IV36 1DS

    Received 13 Jan 2026Validated 16 Jan 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Renovate existing public toilets for improved facilities and accessibility, with provision for a new food outlet.

    Renovation of existing public toilets to allow for improved facilities and a food outlet at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1DS
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Public Realm & Community Projects
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    13 Jan 2026
    Validated
    16 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  20. Ref MOR/25/01683/LBCDecidedShopfront & Signage

    105 High Street Forres Moray IV36 1AA

    Received 19 Dec 2025Validated 06 Jan 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    New fascia signage and updated paintwork to the shopfront at 105 High Street, Forres (IV36).

    New fascia signage and paint frontage at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1AA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    19 Dec 2025
    Validated
    06 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  21. Ref MOR/25/01637/ADVDecidedShopfront & Signage

    Tesco Stores Ltd Nairn Road Forres Moray IV36 2EY

    Received 11 Dec 2025Validated 11 Dec 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Replacement Tesco signage proposed for the Forres store on Nairn Road, with existing signs to be removed and new branding installed.

    Erect replacement signage at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2EY
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    11 Dec 2025
    Validated
    11 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  22. Ref MOR/25/01619/APPDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    49 Councillors Walk Forres Moray IV36 1HA

    Received 09 Dec 2025Validated 11 Dec 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans show a front infill extension to the property, updating the frontage with new glazing and extended roof details under consideration.

    Proposed infill extension to front elevation at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1HA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    09 Dec 2025
    Validated
    11 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  23. Ref MOR/25/01550/ADVDecidedShopfront & Signage

    105 High Street Forres Moray IV36 1AA

    Received 26 Nov 2025Validated 06 Jan 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    New fascia sign for UK Nails & Spa at 105 High Street, Forres, setting out updated street-front branding for the premises.

    Erect fascia sign at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1AA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    26 Nov 2025
    Validated
    06 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  24. Ref MOR/25/01496/APPDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    21 Tolbooth Street Forres Moray IV36 1PH

    Received 13 Nov 2025Validated 13 Nov 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans for improvements to an existing home, including replacing the front door at 21 Tolbooth Street, Forres.

    Improvements to an existing dwelling including a replacement door at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1PH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    13 Nov 2025
    Validated
    13 Nov 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  25. Ref MOR/25/01470/APPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Reiver House Victoria Road Forres Moray IV36 3BN

    Received 07 Nov 2025Validated 02 Dec 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Internal works to create a self-contained letting room at Reiver House, plus replacing a front-elevation window with French doors.

    Internal alterations to form self contained letting room and change of window to french doors in front elevation at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 3BN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    07 Nov 2025
    Validated
    02 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  26. Ref MOR/25/01452/PNOTWCDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    91E High Street Forres Moray IV36 1AA

    Received 04 Nov 2025Validated 05 Nov 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed replacement of existing timber windows with PVCu units, with updated window detailing across the property.

    Replace timber windows with PVCu windows at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1AA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    04 Nov 2025
    Validated
    05 Nov 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  27. Ref MOR/25/01441/APPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Unit 2 And 3 3 Bogton Place Forres Moray IV36 1EP

    Received 31 Oct 2025Validated 26 Nov 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans for Unit 3 general storage and conversion of Unit 2 from classic car rental to a car repair garage at Bogton Place, Forres.

    Proposed utilisation of unused Unit 3 to general storage and change of use of Unit 2 from classic car rental to car repair garage at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1EP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    31 Oct 2025
    Validated
    26 Nov 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  28. Ref MOR/25/01392/LBCDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Leanchoil Hospital 91 St Leonards Road Forres Moray IV36 2RF

    Received 22 Oct 2025Validated 28 Oct 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Refurbish former hospital into a health & wellbeing centre, replace the maternity wing with supported living, and carry out associated site works.

    Conservation and refurbishment of former hospital to create a health and wellbeing centre replacement of former maternity wing with supported living accommodation continuity of use for other buildings on the site, and all associated site works at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2RF
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    22 Oct 2025
    Validated
    28 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  29. Ref MOR/25/01391/APPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Leanchoil Hospital 91 St Leonards Road Forres Moray IV36 2RF

    Received 22 Oct 2025Validated 28 Oct 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Refurbish former hospital into a health & wellbeing centre; replace maternity wing for supported living, with continued use of other buildings and site works.

    Conservation and refurbishment of former hospital to create a health and wellbeing centre replacement of former maternity wing with supported living accommodation continuity of use for other buildings on the site and all associated site works at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 2RF
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    22 Oct 2025
    Validated
    28 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres
  30. Ref MOR/25/01327/LBCDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    108 High Street Forres Moray IV36 1NT

    Received 14 Oct 2025Validated 20 Oct 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Replacement of existing windows with new double-glazed sash/casement units and added insulation to improve the propertys energy performance.

    Replace existing windows with new double glazed sash and case windows and insulate property at

    More planning details
    Postcode
    IV36 1NT
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    14 Oct 2025
    Validated
    20 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Forres