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36 Bevan Grove Johnstone PA5 8TP

Decided
Scale 2
/Side Extension

A modest single-storey side extension could enlarge the existing property, subject to planning approval.

Added 24 Jun

Open details

62 Burns Drive Johnstone PA5 0HB

Decided
Scale 2
/Dormer/Roof Space Living Accommodation

A rear dormer could be formed on the existing property, modestly enlarging the roof space and adding light and headroom.

Added 24 Jun

Open details

9-15 Rowantree Road Johnstone PA5 0AW

Decided
Scale 2
/Trees

Proposal to fell a single Sycamore tree, involving a minor change to existing garden or green space.

Added 24 Jun

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  1. Ref REN/25/0415/PPDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    36 Bevan Grove Johnstone PA5 8TP

    Received 09 Jun 2025Validated 30 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    A modest single-storey side extension could enlarge the existing property, subject to planning approval.

    Erection of single storey side extension

    View application detail →Council source ↗
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    Postcode
    PA5 8TP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    09 Jun 2025
    Validated
    30 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  2. Ref REN/25/0433/PPDecidedRoof Works & Dormers

    62 Burns Drive Johnstone PA5 0HB

    Received 13 Jun 2025Validated 02 Jul 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    A rear dormer could be formed on the existing property, modestly enlarging the roof space and adding light and headroom.

    Formation of one dormer to rear

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    Postcode
    PA5 0HB
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    13 Jun 2025
    Validated
    02 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  3. Ref REN/25/0464/TPDecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    9-15 Rowantree Road Johnstone PA5 0AW

    Received 23 Jun 2025Validated 23 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Proposal to fell a single Sycamore tree, involving a minor change to existing garden or green space.

    Felling of 1 no. Sycamore tree

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    Postcode
    PA5 0AW
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    23 Jun 2025
    Validated
    23 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  4. Ref REN/26/0354/TPAwaiting decisionTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    7 Springfield Woods Johnstone PA5 8JR

    Received 01 May 2026Validated 01 May 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans include felling two sycamore trees, addressing safety concerns on shared ground near neighbouring properties.

    Treeworks comprising removal of two sycamore trees

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    Postcode
    PA5 8JR
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    01 May 2026
    Validated
    01 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  5. Ref REN/26/0240/DOCAwaiting decisionLegal / Administrative

    14A Thornhill Johnstone PA5 8JG

    Received 24 Mar 2026Validated 24 Mar 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Request to partially discharge a suspensive condition for planning consent under 25/0972/PP.

    Request to part discharge suspensive aspect of Condition 2, 25/0972/PP

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    Postcode
    PA5 8JG
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    24 Mar 2026
    Validated
    24 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  6. Ref REN/26/0238/TPDecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    6 Linn Park Gardens Johnstone PA5 8LH

    Received 24 Mar 2026Validated 24 Mar 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Tree works planned: crown reduction to two trees and removal of a storm-damaged limb from one tree at 6 Linn Park Gardens.

    Treeworks including crown reduction to 2x trees and removal of storm damaged limb to 1 x tree

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    Postcode
    PA5 8LH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    24 Mar 2026
    Validated
    24 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  7. Ref REN/26/0185/TPDecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    Gorthana 3 The Fairways Johnstone PA5 0BA

    Received 04 Mar 2026Validated 04 Mar 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans for pruning works to a common oak, wild cherry and red oak, reducing overhang for clearance over paths and a nearby lamp.

    Pruning works to one Common Oak, one Wild Cherry and one Red Oak

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    Postcode
    PA5 0BA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    04 Mar 2026
    Validated
    04 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  8. Ref REN/26/0157/PPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Red House Auchengreoch Avenue Johnstone PA5 0RJ

    Received 26 Feb 2026Validated 31 Mar 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Upper-floor bed-sit created from a dwelling, with a new external front staircase, changing use to a residential institution.

    Sub-division of dwellinghouse to form upperfloor bed-sit including installation of external staircase to front associated with Change of Use from Class 9 (dwelling house) to Class 8 (Residential Institution)

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    Postcode
    PA5 0RJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    26 Feb 2026
    Validated
    31 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  9. Ref REN/26/0116/LBDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Laigh Park Park Road Johnstone PA5 8LR

    Received 13 Feb 2026Validated 13 Feb 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans to reconfigure a rear single-storey section, adjust the roof layout and carry out minor internal alterations to the house.

    Reconfiguration of single story area to the rear of house, alteration to roof configuration and minor alterations to internal of house

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    Postcode
    PA5 8LR
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    13 Feb 2026
    Validated
    13 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  10. Ref REN/26/0094/ADDecidedShopfront & Signage

    52B High Street Johnstone PA5 8AN

    Received 04 Feb 2026Validated 04 Feb 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans for new fascia sign and projecting shop sign for the Aulds frontage, updating the High Street appearance.

    Advertisements comprising of installation of 1 no. fascia sign and 1 no. projecting sign

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    Postcode
    PA5 8AN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    04 Feb 2026
    Validated
    04 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  11. Ref REN/26/0010/TPDecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    21 Linn Park Gardens Johnstone PA5 8LH

    Received 09 Jan 2026Validated 09 Jan 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Selective reduction of branches from one sycamore and one lime tree, including related treework in the gardens/greenspace area.

    Treeworks comprising selective reduction of limbs from one sycamore tree and one lime tree

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    Postcode
    PA5 8LH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    09 Jan 2026
    Validated
    09 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  12. Ref REN/25/1031/PADecidedDemolition & Site Clearance

    54 Houstoun Court Johnstone PA5 8DL

    Received 17 Dec 2025Validated 15 Jan 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Prior notification for demolition of a former supermarket/foodstore building at Houston Court Shops, clearing part of the site for future works.

    Prior Notification for demolition of former supermarket building

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    Postcode
    PA5 8DL
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    17 Dec 2025
    Validated
    15 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  13. Ref REN/25/1014/PPDecidedRoof Works & Dormers

    8 Hagg Place Johnstone PA5 8TJ

    Received 09 Dec 2025Validated 09 Dec 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Rear dormer would be added to the dwelling, creating extra upper-room space and daylight.

    Installation of rear dormer to dwellinghouse

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    Postcode
    PA5 8TJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    09 Dec 2025
    Validated
    09 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  14. Ref REN/25/1013/NMVDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    Laigh Park Park Road Johnstone PA5 8LR

    Received 09 Dec 2025Validated 09 Dec 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Proposed non-material changes to the layout of external doors, windows and rooflights, plus minor internal reconfiguration, linked to permission 23/0578/PP.

    Non-Material Variation for external door, window and roof light arrangement changes and minor internal arrangement changes associated with planning permission 23/0578/PP

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    Postcode
    PA5 8LR
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    09 Dec 2025
    Validated
    09 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  15. Ref REN/25/1002/PPDecidedNew-Build & Major Development

    14 - 18 Macdowall Street Johnstone PA5 8QL

    Received 04 Dec 2025Validated 04 Dec 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans for a new residential block with 30 flats plus ground-floor retail, alongside new access, parking, drainage and landscaping at Macdowall Street.

    Erection of a residential development comprising of thirty flats with associated ground floor retail unit, vehicular access, parking, drainage, landscaping and ancillary works

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    Postcode
    PA5 8QL
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    7/10
    Received
    04 Dec 2025
    Validated
    04 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  16. Ref REN/25/1001/PPDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Cochrane Lodge Auchengreoch Avenue Johnstone PA5 0RJ

    Received 04 Dec 2025Validated 04 Dec 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Proposed first-floor extension and external alterations to the dwellinghouse, amending approved plans with faade and roofline updates.

    Extension to first floor and external alterations to dwellinghouse (Amendments to approved planning permission 25/0501/PP)

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    Postcode
    PA5 0RJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    04 Dec 2025
    Validated
    04 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  17. Ref REN/25/0986/PPAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    P&E Property Maintenance 27 Thorn Brae Johnstone PA5 8NY

    Received 01 Dec 2025Validated 12 May 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Proposed change from car showroom to storage, with a retrospective and a new shipping container sited in the yard.

    Change use from car showroom (Sui Generis) to storage (Class 6) alongside siting of one existing storage container (retrospective) and one proposed storage container

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    Postcode
    PA5 8NY
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    01 Dec 2025
    Validated
    12 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  18. Ref REN/25/0980/PPDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Lancefield Care Home Rankine Street Johnstone PA5 8BG

    Received 28 Nov 2025Validated 28 Nov 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans for a single-storey rear extension for a care home, alongside external alterations to improve the existing frontage.

    Erection of single storey rear extension and external alterations to care home

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    Postcode
    PA5 8BG
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    28 Nov 2025
    Validated
    28 Nov 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  19. Ref REN/25/0972/PPDecidedMechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation

    14A Thornhill Johnstone PA5 8JG

    Received 25 Nov 2025Validated 12 Dec 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans to convert a shop (Class 1A) to a coffee shop (Class 3), with a rear extract flue installation.

    Change of use from Class 1A Shop to Class 3 Coffee Shop with associated installation of extract flue to rear

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    Postcode
    PA5 8JG
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Mechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    25 Nov 2025
    Validated
    12 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  20. Ref REN/25/0947/PPDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    7 Blackwood Terrace Johnstone PA5 0AX

    Received 17 Nov 2025Validated 26 Nov 2025Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans for a single-storey side extension to the dwelling, adding extra internal space and changing the side elevation.

    Erection of single storey side extension to dwellinghouse

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    Postcode
    PA5 0AX
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    17 Nov 2025
    Validated
    26 Nov 2025
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  21. Ref REN/25/0885/PPDecidedRoof Works & Dormers

    37 Heron Place Johnstone PA5 0RW

    Received 27 Oct 2025Validated 17 Nov 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Dormer window proposed on the front roof plane of the dwelling at Heron Place, Johnstonealtering the roofline and front elevation.

    Installation of dormer to front roof plane of dwellinghouse

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    Postcode
    PA5 0RW
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    27 Oct 2025
    Validated
    17 Nov 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  22. Ref REN/25/0876/PPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    39 Laighcartside Street Johnstone PA5 8DB

    Received 23 Oct 2025Validated 29 Oct 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Plans to switch the site from engravers to a dog daycare (sui generis), changing day-to-day use within the existing premises.

    Change of use from engravers (Class 4) to dog daycare (Sui Generis)

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    Postcode
    PA5 8DB
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    23 Oct 2025
    Validated
    29 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  23. Ref REN/25/0868/DOCDecidedLandscaping, Gardens & Boundaries

    24A Campbell Street Johnstone PA5 8LB

    Received 21 Oct 2025Validated 21 Oct 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Request to discharge Condition 2 (landscaping) for Abbeyfield Housecovering planting and site landscaping details.

    Request to discharge suspensive element of Condition 2 (landscaping) of planning permission application 25/0393/PP

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    Postcode
    PA5 8LB
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Landscaping, Gardens & Boundaries
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    21 Oct 2025
    Validated
    21 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  24. Ref REN/25/0865/PPDecidedNew-Build & Major Development

    Plot At East Side Of 80 High Street Johnstone PA5 8SL

    Received 20 Oct 2025Validated 23 Oct 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Erection of three industrial buildings providing 11 units, with new access, parking and supporting site works.

    Erection of 3 industrial buildings comprising of 11 units with associated access and parking

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    Postcode
    PA5 8SL
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    7/10
    Received
    20 Oct 2025
    Validated
    23 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  25. Ref REN/25/0762/DOCDecidedLegal / Administrative

    JOHNSTONE BURGH JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Keanie Park 50 Auchenlodment Road Johnstone PA5 9DJ

    Received 15 Sept 2025Validated 15 Sept 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Request to discharge conditions on floodlight specs and bat impact assessment for approved development at Signify, Guildford Business Park.

    Request to discharge suspensive aspects of Condition 3 (Floodlight specifications) and Condition 4 (Assessement of floodlight impacts on bats) of planning permission 24/0591/PP

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    Postcode
    PA5 9DJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    15 Sept 2025
    Validated
    15 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  26. Ref REN/25/0669/PPDecidedNew-Build & Major Development

    Thorn Athletic Sports Academy Greenend Avenue Johnstone PA5 0LD

    Received 18 Aug 2025Validated 25 Sept 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Redeveloping the sports ground with a new artificial pitch, fencing, floodlights, spectator area and car park, plus supporting works.

    Redevelopment of existing sports facility including installation of new artificial pitch with associated fencing, spectator area, floodlights, car park and associated works

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    Postcode
    PA5 0LD
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    18 Aug 2025
    Validated
    25 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  27. Ref REN/25/0600/PPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    3 Burns Drive Johnstone PA5 0HJ

    Received 25 Jul 2025Validated 05 Aug 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    A proposed part change of use to create a hot-food takeaway area, with associated external alterations to the shop frontage.

    Part change of use to include take away area for sale of hot food and drink with associated external alterations

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    Postcode
    PA5 0HJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    25 Jul 2025
    Validated
    05 Aug 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  28. Ref REN/25/0574/TPDecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    8 Springfield Woods Johnstone PA5 8JR

    Received 18 Jul 2025Validated 18 Jul 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Tree works proposed to remove two goat willow trees in the rear garden, felled to ground level.

    Tree works comprising of removal of 2 no. Goat Willow trees

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    Postcode
    PA5 8JR
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    18 Jul 2025
    Validated
    18 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie
  29. Ref REN/25/0552/PPDecidedRoof Works & Dormers

    15 South William Street Johnstone PA5 8PA

    Received 11 Jul 2025Validated 23 Jul 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Alterations to the existing rear dormer plus new rooflights are proposed, updating the roofline and adding glazing to the upper floor.

    Alteration and extension of existing rear dormer and installation of rooflights

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    Postcode
    PA5 8PA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    11 Jul 2025
    Validated
    23 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone North, Kilbarchan, Howwood and Lochwinnoch
  30. Ref REN/25/0501/PPDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Cochrane Lodge Auchengreoch Avenue Johnstone PA5 0RJ

    Received 26 Jun 2025Validated 26 Jun 2025Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Plans propose a first-floor extension with external alterations to reshape rooms and elevations at the existing property.

    Extension to first floor and external alterations

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    Postcode
    PA5 0RJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    26 Jun 2025
    Validated
    26 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Johnstone South and Elderslie