Do I Need Planning Permission

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Do I Need Planning Permission

You may need planning permission if:

you want to build something new.
you want to make a major change to your building - like building an extension.
you want to change the use of your building.
your building is in a conservation area (you may need "conservation area consent").
your building is a listed building (you may need "listed building consent").
you want to install Signage (you will need "advertisement consent").

Permitted Development

Smaller building projects that do not impact on the surrounding area might not need a planning application. This is called 'permitted development'. Find out if the building works (on or around your home) to be carried out meet the rules for permitted development.

The Guidance on householder permitted development rights (PDR) explains what works people can carry out to alter or improve their home without an application for planning permission. One significant revision regarding Permitted Development Rights is to change windows in conservation areas.

If you have a new development proposal for a site or property which is not a domestic dwelling, the proposed development may be "permitted development" if it falls under one of the types of development as set out in the Scottish Government Advice.

Works Without Consent

If works have been undertaken without permission but would have been likely to have been granted permission, the Council can invite a 'retrospective' planning application or other appropriate application, such as listed building consent, to be submitted. This will then be assessed and decided in the same way as all other planning applications.

In some circumstances, it is possible the works may not have required planning permission. In this case, an application for a (certificate of lawfulness) for existing use or development will confirm the planning status of the works.

Please Note:

The council may introduce a surcharge for applications for planning permission where the application relates to development carried out without permission (section 33 of the 1997 act). The fee is that which would be charged if the application were for planning permission for that development plus a surcharge of up to 25%.

Use Class of a Property

Planning permission is required for a change in the use of land or buildings. What amounts to a material change in the use of the land depends on the facts and circumstances of each case. If in doubt, clarification should be sought using the Planning Enquiry Form. For more information view our Use Class of a Property

Do I Need Planning Permission