New dwelling planning approval in Midlothian
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 12 Jun 2026.
Of 41 new dwelling planning applications decided by Midlothian in the last 5 years, 80% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Midlothian
- Extension : 95% approved (349 decided)
- Listed building / conservation : 100% approved (250 decided)
- Tree work : 100% approved (185 decided)
- Windows & doors : 94% approved (111 decided)
- Boundary wall / fence / gates : 95% approved (107 decided)
- Change of use : 86% approved (102 decided)
- Solar / renewables : 97% approved (69 decided)
- Driveway / dropped kerb : 92% approved (65 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Midlothian, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Midlothian decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.