Updated 9 October 2026 · 131 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Aberdeenshire
Track construction leads in Aberdeenshire from planning applications across towns, villages and rural areas, including Inverurie, Westhill and Peterhead.
- New planning applications added frequently from Aberdeenshire Council
- Connect with homeowners at the early planning stage
- No shared enquiries or competitive bidding
Data sourced from Aberdeenshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
131
New Leads (30 Days)
£152,350
Average Project Value
37
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Aberdeenshire
Aberdeenshire Council's new Strategic Housing Investment Plan could see more than 2,000 new affordable homes delivered over the next five years, including around 619 homes suitable for particular needs and 232 fully wheelchair accessible properties. The council's Local Development Plan, being prepared for adoption in 2028/29, mandates minimum housing land requirements for 7,550 units across the region, with policy requiring 25 percent of serviced plots on developments of four or more homes to be affordable. Away from these strategic sites, towns including Westhill, Inverurie, and Peterhead keep a strong stock of established housing, generating a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Aberdeenshire over the past 30 days.
In Aberdeenshire, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 63 of the 131 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with New Builds also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in Aberdeenshire
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in Aberdeenshire, based on recent planning records.
- 1Baxter Design Company
- 2Gerry Robb Architectural Design Services
- 3McWilliam Lippe Architects
- 4John Wink Design
- 5Mantell Ritchie
- 6Kevin O'Brien Architects Ltd
- 7Inspired Design & Development Ltd
- 8wcparchitects
- 9Katrina Denholm Architect
- 10Annie Kenyon Architects Ltd.
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Aberdeenshire helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and manage your workload effectively. These ranges are a general guide to the scale of work involved. Individual project costs vary by design, specification, and site conditions.
- £25k-£50kSmall extensions, porches, and internal alterations
- £50k-£100kRear extensions and loft conversions
- £100k-£250kLarge extensions and full property refurbishments
- £250k+New builds and high-end residential projects
Higher-value projects are often found in Westhill, where larger properties support more extensive renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in Aberdeenshire
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Kirkton of Skene | £100k–£250k | Alterations and dormer extension to a listed dwellinghouse. | Approved |
| Extension | Westgate Breda Park Auchintoul Alford AB33 8NN | £50k–£100k | Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse, erection of garage, and formation of access. | Approved |
| Extension | 14 Earls Court Boddam Aberdeenshire AB42 3NX | £50k–£100k | Alterations and extension to the dwellinghouse. | Approved |
| Extension | Bogtown Portsoy Aberdeenshire AB45 2SP | £50k–£100k | Alterations and extension to an agricultural building. | Approved |
| Extension | Inverurie Golf Club Davah Wood Inverurie Aberdeenshire AB51 5JB | Change of use of agricultural land to extend the golf course. | Approved |
Extension
Kirkton of Skene
Alterations and dormer extension to a listed dwellinghouse.
Extension
Westgate Breda Park Auchintoul Alford AB33 8NN
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse, erection of garage, and formation of access.
Extension
14 Earls Court Boddam Aberdeenshire AB42 3NX
Alterations and extension to the dwellinghouse.
Extension
Bogtown Portsoy Aberdeenshire AB45 2SP
Alterations and extension to an agricultural building.
Extension
Inverurie Golf Club Davah Wood Inverurie Aberdeenshire AB51 5JB
Change of use of agricultural land to extend the golf course.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | 15 Red Inch Circle Newburgh AB41 6AW | £50k–£100k | Extension to raise roof height and form dormer window to dwellinghouse. | Approved |
| Loft Conversion | 26 Eastside Drive Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6QN | £50k–£100k | Dormer extension to the property. | Approved |
Loft Conversion
15 Red Inch Circle Newburgh AB41 6AW
Extension to raise roof height and form dormer window to dwellinghouse.
Loft Conversion
26 Eastside Drive Westhill Aberdeenshire AB32 6QN
Dormer extension to the property.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | 14 Earls Court Boddam Aberdeenshire AB42 3NX | £50k–£100k | Alterations to conservatory to replace polycarbonate roof with slate and windows. | Approved |
| Heritage | Braemar | £50k–£100k | Internal alterations and installation of 2 rooflights at Daisybank. | Refused |
| Heritage | Rhu-na-haven House Rhu-na-haven Road Aboyne AB34 5JD | £25k–£50k | Removal and replacement of existing roofing material on a listed building. | Approved |
| New Build | Land To The North East Of Claypots Croft Mintlaw Aberdeenshire | Erection of a dwellinghouse with a change of house design from a previously approved application. | Approved | |
| Garden Room | Bellabeg | £25k–£50k | Change of use of woodland for a single caravan site with associated hardstanding and shed. | Withdrawn |
Heritage
14 Earls Court Boddam Aberdeenshire AB42 3NX
Alterations to conservatory to replace polycarbonate roof with slate and windows.
Heritage
Braemar
Internal alterations and installation of 2 rooflights at Daisybank.
Heritage
Rhu-na-haven House Rhu-na-haven Road Aboyne AB34 5JD
Removal and replacement of existing roofing material on a listed building.
New Build
Land To The North East Of Claypots Croft Mintlaw Aberdeenshire
Erection of a dwellinghouse with a change of house design from a previously approved application.
Garden Room
Bellabeg
Change of use of woodland for a single caravan site with associated hardstanding and shed.
Data sourced from Aberdeenshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across Aberdeenshire.
Alterations and Dormer Extension to Dwellinghouse
£100k–£250kKirkton of Skene
Alterations and dormer extension to a listed dwellinghouse.
Alterations to Conservatory to Replace Polycarbonate Roof with Slate and Windows and Doors
£50k–£100k14 Earls Court Boddam Aberdeenshire AB42 3NX
Alterations to conservatory to replace polycarbonate roof with slate and windows.
Internal Alterations
£50k–£100kBraemar
Internal alterations and installation of 2 rooflights at Daisybank.
Removal and Replacement of Existing Roofing Material
£25k–£50kRhu-na-haven House Rhu-na-haven Road Aboyne AB34 5JD
Removal and replacement of existing roofing material on a listed building.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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55%
Approved
44%
Pending
1%
Refused
Most planning applications in Aberdeenshire are approved, meaning a large proportion of these projects go ahead and become real building jobs. This creates strong opportunities for builders who contact homeowners early.
Reaching out while applications are still active helps you get ahead of the pack.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in Aberdeenshire
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Aberdeenshire, the median time from submission to decision is 9 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Based on approved applications with recorded decision dates over the last 3 months.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Aberdeenshire
In Aberdeenshire, 78% of planning applications are domestic and 22% are commercial. Both segments offer opportunities depending on the scale of work you take on.
Demand for Building Work in Aberdeenshire
The Strategic Housing Investment Plan and the Local Development Plan's minimum housing land requirements are set to bring sustained new-build activity to Aberdeenshire over the coming years, spread across its many towns rather than concentrated in one location. Away from these strategic sites, Westhill, Inverurie, and Peterhead's established housing stock supports a steady, more standard flow of extension and loft conversion work across the region.
How to Win Jobs in Aberdeenshire
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