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24 Langlee Drive Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 2EB

Registered
Scale 2
/Driveway Extension/Dropped Kerb

Proposed vehicular access with a dropped kerb to create a new driveway crossing.

Added 7 Nov

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22 Netherbank Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3DH

Registered
Scale 2
/Dropped Kerb

Proposed vehicular access application to drop the kerb.

Added 27 Oct

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The Elms 5 Abbotsford Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3DP

1/3
Decided
Scale 3
/Internal Alterations/Replacement Windows Lbc

Alterations and replacement windows to a dwellinghouse, revising an earlier permission.

Added 7 Oct

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  1. Ref SBO/26/01675/VAARegisteredParking, Access & Highways

    24 Langlee Drive Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 2EB

    Received 06 Nov 2026Validated 06 Nov 2026Updated 11 Nov 2026

    Proposed vehicular access with a dropped kerb to create a new driveway crossing.

    Vehicular Access Application to drop kerb

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    Postcode
    TD1 2EB
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    06 Nov 2026
    Validated
    06 Nov 2026
    Last Scraped
    11 Nov 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  2. Ref SBO/26/01610/VAARegisteredParking, Access & Highways

    22 Netherbank Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3DH

    Received 26 Oct 2026Validated 26 Oct 2026Updated 11 Nov 2026

    Proposed vehicular access application to drop the kerb.

    Vehicular access application to drop kerb

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    Postcode
    TD1 3DH
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    26 Oct 2026
    Validated
    26 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    11 Nov 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  3. Ref SBO/26/01506/FULDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    The Elms 5 Abbotsford Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3DP

    Received 05 Oct 2026Validated 06 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 2026

    Alterations and replacement windows to a dwellinghouse, revising an earlier permission.

    Alterations and replacement windows to dwellinghouse (revision of planning permission 25/01615/FUL)

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    Postcode
    TD1 3DP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    05 Oct 2026
    Validated
    06 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    07 Oct 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  4. Ref SBO/26/01446/FULRegisteredDemolition & Site Clearance

    Galahill House And Cottage Barr Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3HX

    Received 25 Sept 2026Validated 02 Oct 2026Updated 04 Oct 2026

    Partial demolition of staff accommodation, alterations and extension to form a care home at Galahill House.

    Partial demolition of existing staff accommodation, together with alterations and extension to care home

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    Postcode
    TD1 3HX
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    25 Sept 2026
    Validated
    02 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    04 Oct 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  5. Ref SBO/26/01447/LBCRegisteredDemolition & Site Clearance

    Galahill House And Cottage Barr Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3HX

    Received 25 Sept 2026Validated 02 Oct 2026Updated 04 Oct 2026

    Partial demolition of staff accommodation, alterations and extension to reinstate a care home at Galahill House.

    Partial demolition of existing staff accommodation, together with alterations and extension to reinstate care home

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    Postcode
    TD1 3HX
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    25 Sept 2026
    Validated
    02 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    04 Oct 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  6. Ref SBO/26/01271/LBCRegisteredShopfront & Signage

    Vapour Shop 2 High Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1SD

    Received 26 Aug 2026Validated 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026

    External redecoration of shopfront and installation of signage.

    External redecoration of shopfront and installation of signage

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    Postcode
    TD1 1SD
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    26 Aug 2026
    Validated
    28 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    28 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  7. Ref SBO/26/01272/FULRegisteredShopfront & Signage

    Vapour Shop 2 High Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1SD

    Received 26 Aug 2026Validated 28 Sept 2026Updated 28 Sept 2026

    External redecoration of shopfront and installation of signage.

    External redecoration of shopfront and installation of signage

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    Postcode
    TD1 1SD
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    26 Aug 2026
    Validated
    28 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    28 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  8. Ref SBO/25/01907/ADVDecidedShopfront & Signage

    Unit 6 Gala Water Retail Park Huddersfield Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3AP

    Received 19 Dec 2025Validated 19 Dec 2025Updated 05 Sept 2026

    Installation of illuminated and non-illuminated signage and vinyl graphics on internal window faces.

    Installation of illuminated and non illuminated signage and vinyl graphics to internal face of windows

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    Postcode
    TD1 3AP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    19 Dec 2025
    Validated
    19 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    05 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  9. Ref SBO/26/01106/FULRegisteredLandscaping, Gardens & Boundaries

    Dalboig 7 Melrose Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 2AE

    Received 21 Jul 2026Validated 21 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Amended permission for a pergola and decking area at the propertys exterior.

    Erection of pergola and decking (amendment to planning permission 25/01427/FUL)

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    Postcode
    TD1 2AE
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Landscaping, Gardens & Boundaries
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    21 Jul 2026
    Validated
    21 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  10. Ref SBO/26/00912/FULRegisteredExternal Lighting & Fixtures

    Transco Gas Works Galafoot Lane Netherdale Galafoot Lane Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3HJ

    Received 11 Jun 2026Validated 12 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans to install 6 lighting columns to illuminate the site, with lighting impact details shown in supporting diagrams.

    Installation of 6no. lighting columns to illuminate site

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    Postcode
    TD1 3HJ
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    External Lighting & Fixtures
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    11 Jun 2026
    Validated
    12 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  11. Ref SBO/25/00745/FULDecidedLandscaping, Gardens & Boundaries

    Willowbrae Tweed Terrace Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3EF

    Received 10 Jun 2025Validated 10 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Retrospective proposal covering a fence at the property, with limited physical impact.

    Erection of fence (retrospective)

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    Postcode
    TD1 3EF
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Landscaping, Gardens & Boundaries
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    10 Jun 2025
    Validated
    10 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  12. Ref SBO/25/00756/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Block 10 Unit 3 Tweedbank Industrial Estate Tweedbank Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3RS

    Received 11 Jun 2025Validated 11 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Retrospective addition of Class 10 use to an existing workshop, enabling basic engineering training in mechanical, electrical, fabrication and machining skills.

    The addition of Class 10 Use to the existing Class 4, 5, 6 uses to provide Basic Engineering training to Modern Apprentices in the workshop area (retrospective) Mechanical Maintenance, Electrical Maintenance, Fabrication and Welding, Machining, Hand Fitting.

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    Postcode
    TD1 3RS
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    11 Jun 2025
    Validated
    11 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Leaderdale and Melrose
  13. Ref SBO/25/00760/FULDecidedInternal Works & Accessibility

    77 Victoria Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1HH

    Received 11 Jun 2025Validated 17 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Proposed replacement of the existing stone staircase with a steel staircase, altering access arrangements at the property.

    Replace existing stone staircase with steel staircase

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    Postcode
    TD1 1HH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Internal Works & Accessibility
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    11 Jun 2025
    Validated
    17 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  14. Ref SBO/25/00763/FULDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    33 Craigpark Gardens Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3HZ

    Received 12 Jun 2025Validated 15 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    A first-floor extension would be added above the existing garage, modestly enlarging the home.

    First floor extension over garage

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    Postcode
    TD1 3HZ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    12 Jun 2025
    Validated
    15 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  15. Ref SBO/25/00816/CLPUDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    39 Ellwyn Terrace Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 2BA

    Received 23 Jun 2025Validated 07 Jul 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Garage alterations are proposed to create additional living accommodation within the existing dwellinghouse.

    Alterations to garage to form additional accommodation for dwellinghouse

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    Postcode
    TD1 2BA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    23 Jun 2025
    Validated
    07 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  16. Ref SBO/25/00818/FULDecidedParking, Access & Highways

    83 Balmoral Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1JN

    Received 24 Jun 2025Validated 04 Jul 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Formation of off-street parking at the property, creating a dedicated vehicle space and improving access arrangements.

    Formation of off street parking

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    Postcode
    TD1 1JN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    24 Jun 2025
    Validated
    04 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  17. Ref SBO/26/00910/LBCDecidedShopfront & Signage

    17 High Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1RY

    Received 10 Jun 2026Validated 10 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Retrospective application for non-illuminated signage installation, updating shop/units branding without lighting.

    Installation of non illuminated signage (retrospective)

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    Postcode
    TD1 1RY
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    10 Jun 2026
    Validated
    10 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  18. Ref SBO/26/00861/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Workshop Netherdale Industrial Estate Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3EY

    Received 02 Jun 2026Validated 03 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Proposed change of use to a general industrial unit, with installation of plant equipment within existing industrial premises.

    Change of use to form general industrial unit and installation of plant equipment

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    Postcode
    TD1 3EY
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    02 Jun 2026
    Validated
    03 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  19. Ref SBO/26/00816/FULRegisteredParking, Access & Highways

    20 Ladhope Drive Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 2BL

    Received 27 May 2026Validated 08 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Proposed off-road parking and a new driveway layout, with associated hardstanding and drainage details shown on plans.

    Formation of off road parking

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    Postcode
    TD1 2BL
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    27 May 2026
    Validated
    08 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  20. Ref SBO/26/00780/FULRegisteredRoof Works & Dormers

    Kingarth High Road Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 2BQ

    Received 21 May 2026Validated 22 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans for a dormer extension to the roof of a dwellinghouse, adding extra attic space and new roofline features.

    Dormer extension to dwellinghouse

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    Postcode
    TD1 2BQ
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    21 May 2026
    Validated
    22 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  21. Ref SBO/26/00778/FULRegisteredChange of Use & Conversions

    Halls Auctioneers Basement Salesroom Ladhope Vale House Ladhope Vale Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1BT

    Received 21 May 2026Validated 23 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Convert upper floors to a hairdresser, with storage and attic office space, alongside solar PV installation and roof re-slating.

    Change of use to first floor to form haridresser from sales room, form public storage units from second floor and attic floor office space, installation of solar photo voltaic array including reslating roof

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    Postcode
    TD1 1BT
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    21 May 2026
    Validated
    23 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  22. Ref SBO/26/00777/LBCRegisteredRenewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps

    Halls Auctioneers Basement Salesroom Ladhope Vale House Ladhope Vale Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1BT

    Received 21 May 2026Validated 23 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans to refresh roof with new slate, add solar PV panels, and install new signage on the buildings frontage.

    Installation of new signage, reslate roof and solar photo voltaic array to roof

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    Postcode
    TD1 1BT
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Renewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    21 May 2026
    Validated
    23 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  23. Ref SBO/26/00760/FULRegisteredChange of Use & Conversions

    88 High Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1SQ

    Received 18 May 2026Validated 25 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans to convert a commercial unit into a residential flat, with internal alterations and changes to the front/rear elevations.

    Alterations and change of use to form residential flat from one commercial unit

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    Postcode
    TD1 1SQ
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    18 May 2026
    Validated
    25 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  24. Ref SBO/26/00754/FULDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    16 Hayward Drive Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3JB

    Received 15 May 2026Validated 18 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans for alterations and a rear/side extension to the dwellinghouse, updating elevations and layout to add more living space.

    Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse

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    Postcode
    TD1 3JB
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    15 May 2026
    Validated
    18 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  25. Ref SBO/26/00728/LBCRegisteredChange of Use & Conversions

    Shop 8 High Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1SD

    Received 13 May 2026Validated 14 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Second-floor alterations to convert part of the building into a residential flat, with internal layout changes.

    Alterations to second floor to form residential flat

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    Postcode
    TD1 1SD
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    13 May 2026
    Validated
    14 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  26. Ref SBO/26/00727/FULRegisteredChange of Use & Conversions

    Shop 8 High Street Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1SD

    Received 13 May 2026Validated 14 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans to convert the second floor from office space to a residential flat, with internal alterations and a change of use.

    Alterations and change of use to second floor to form residential flat

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    Postcode
    TD1 1SD
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    13 May 2026
    Validated
    14 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  27. Ref SBO/26/00721/LBCRegisteredInternal Works & Accessibility

    Heriot Watt University High Mill Netherdale Industrial Estate Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3EY

    Received 12 May 2026Validated 18 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Plans to install a protective barrier on an external landing at Heriot Watts Galashiels site.

    Installation of protective barrier on external landing.

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    Postcode
    TD1 3EY
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Internal Works & Accessibility
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    12 May 2026
    Validated
    18 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  28. Ref SBO/26/00719/FULRegisteredLandscaping, Gardens & Boundaries

    Heriot Watt University High Mill Netherdale Industrial Estate Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 3EY

    Received 12 May 2026Validated 18 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Reshaping gravel/grass areas with new concrete slab paving and a protected path to the ramp/landing at Heriot-Watts campus.

    External alterations to reshape gravel and grass areas, formation of concrete slab paving area and path to include protective barrier to ramp/landing.

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    Postcode
    TD1 3EY
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Landscaping, Gardens & Boundaries
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    12 May 2026
    Validated
    18 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  29. Ref SBO/26/00715/FULRegisteredChange of Use & Conversions

    Moat House 14 Gala Park Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1EX

    Received 12 May 2026Validated 13 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Offices would be converted to a nursery at ground floor, with new residential flats created on the upper floors.

    Change of Use from offices (Class 4) to form nursery (Class 10) and residential flat on upper floors

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    Postcode
    TD1 1EX
    Status
    Registered
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    12 May 2026
    Validated
    13 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District
  30. Ref SBO/26/00680/FULDecidedParking, Access & Highways

    20 Balmoral Avenue Galashiels Scottish Borders TD1 1JU

    Received 06 May 2026Validated 14 May 2026Updated 30 Jun 2026

    Off-street parking area proposed for 2 vehicles, with dropped kerbs and minor boundary wall changes to the site.

    Formation of off street parking

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    Postcode
    TD1 1JU
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    06 May 2026
    Validated
    14 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Galashiels and District