Change of use planning approval in West Lothian
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 26 May 2026.
Of 135 change of use planning applications decided by West Lothian in the last 5 years, 70% 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 West Lothian
- Extension : 96% approved (315 decided)
- Tree work : 86% approved (101 decided)
- Listed building / conservation : 90% approved (73 decided)
- New dwelling : 81% approved (68 decided)
- Boundary wall / fence / gates : 86% approved (56 decided)
- Advertisement / signage : 77% approved (48 decided)
- Windows & doors : 100% approved (44 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for West Lothian, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how West Lothian 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.