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Planning Objections and Representations in Scotland: Supporting, Objecting to and Commenting on Development Proposals

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When a planning application is submitted in Scotland, members of the public, community groups, businesses and other interested parties often have the opportunity to comment on the proposal. These comments are commonly referred to as representations. Representations can support a proposal, object to it or simply provide information that the Planning Authority may wish to … Read more

Planning Permission vs Planning Permission in Principle: What’s the Difference?

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If you are considering a development project in Scotland, you may have come across the terms “planning permission” and “planning permission in principle”. While they sound similar, they are two distinct types of planning application and are used for different purposes. Understanding the difference can help you decide which route may be most appropriate for … Read more

Welcome to the New Planning.scot Website

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Welcome to our new website, which is now live and continuing to take shape. Please bear with us as we populate the site with additional content, resources and information over the coming weeks and months. We have a range of articles and guidance planned covering Scotland’s planning system, planning applications, planning policy, Certificates of Lawfulness, … Read more