Short-Term Let Control Areas in Scotland: What They Mean for Property Owners

Short-Term Let Control Areas are becoming increasingly important for holiday let owners across Scotland, particularly in the country’s capital, Edinburgh, the Highlands and other popular tourist destinations. Scotland currently has two designated Short-Term Let Control Areas: one covering the entire City of Edinburgh Council area and the other covering Badenoch and Strathspey in the Highlands. … Read more

Certificates of Lawfulness for Short-Term Lets in the Scottish Highlands

Updated 11 October 2026 Do you own or operate a holiday let in the Highlands? Are you unsure whether planning permission is required or have you been asked to demonstrate that your short-term let is lawful? We can review your property’s planning history, assess its eligibility for a Certificate of Lawfulness and prepare and submit … Read more