National Development

Understanding Scotland’s Development Hierarchy: Local, Major and National Developments

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If you are considering a development project in Scotland, you may hear planners and planning officers refer to the “development hierarchy”. This system categorises development proposals as either Local, Major or National developments. The category of development can influence how an application is processed, the level of information required, consultation requirements, determination timescales and the … 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