Permissions in Conservation Areas
What requires planning permission in a conservation area?
We have designated 35 Conservation Areas within Perth &
Kinross. These are areas, judged to have special character by
virtue of their particular arrangement of the townscape, that are
worth trying to protect. Some 'permitted development' rights are
restricted within a Conservation Area. That is certain works and
alterations that do not need consent outside a Conservation Area,
do require planning permission when within it.
Please note that major changes to the rules governing which
alterations and extensions to dwellinghouses and flats require
planning permission were introduced on 6 February
2012.
As a result of the new rules most types of alterations and
extensions to property within conservation areas will require
planning permission. This will cover all extensions, the
installation of replacement windows and doors, satellite dishes,
rooflights, solar panels and many other types of work.
More information on these changes is provided on the
What needs planning permission? page and is contained
within a
Guidance Note which can be downloaded
from this page.
If you are thinking about carrying out any works please
contact Development Management at Perth and Kinross Council on
01738 475300 or DevelopmentManagement@pkc.gov.uk
to confirm whether your property is within a conservation area and
if you will need to make an application.
When do I need Conservation Area Consent?
Demolition of an unlisted building within a Conservation Area
may require a specific application for Conservation Area
Consent.
How do I make an application?
You should make an application on the Conservation Area
Consent form which can be downloaded from the Scottish Government's
ePlanning Website or which are available from us at our office
in Pullar House, Perth.
In order for us to assess fully the likely impact on the
Conservation Area, you need to provide accurate, detailed
information. We are obliged by law to take account of the public's
comments received on the application. Therefore it is essential
that the details of the proposed works are explained clearly and in
adequate depth.
Remember that those looking at the proposals will not be as
familiar with the site as you are and may not be able to inspect
the site. We cannot accept applications unless they conform to a
sufficient standard to permit meaningful consultation with all
parties and thus result in an informed
decision.
What information do I need to provide?
In order for us to assess fully the likely impact on the
Conservation Area, you need to provide accurate, detailed
information. We are obliged by law to take account of the public's
comments received on the application. Therefore it is essential
that the details of the proposed works are explained clearly and in
adequate depth.
Remember that those looking at the proposals will not be as
familiar with the site as you are and may not be able to inspect
the site. We cannot accept applications unless they conform to a
sufficient standard to permit meaningful consultation with all
parties and thus result in an informed decision.
What do I need to submit?
You will, in the majority of cases, need to provide the
following
- A written statement justifying the necessity and desirability
of the work proposed and describing the form this work is to
take
- An accurately drawn survey of the existing building(s),
adjoining property and the site
- Photographs of the building (or parts of the building) that are
to be altered, extended or demolished
- Photographs of the building to be altered, extended or
demolished in the context of its surroundings
- A plan of the whole site owned by the applicant.
- An up-to-date and accurate location plan no smaller than 1:1250
scale
- A full planning application may need to be submitted at the
same time in support of the Listed Building application
How long will it take to consider applications?
We would normally make a decision within eight
weeks of us receiving them. However we cannot accept an incomplete
application. If you do not give us all the information it will
delay its determination, or result in the application being
regarded as invalid and returned to you.
What will happen before a decision is made?
- It is vetted to ensure it is fully and properly completed.
- An advertisement is placed in the local newspaper, and site
notices posted in appropriate places.
- We will consult with various bodies and amenity groups, both
national, including Historic Scotland, and local, such as the local
Civic Trust; other sections of the Council; people affected by the
application.
- We will visit the site and a planning officer will contact
you if more information or amendments are thought to be
necessary.
- When we consider the application we will take account
of relevant Council policies and any past history or decisions
on the site for similar applications.
- Finally, the application will either go to the Development
Control Committee or be considered by the Head of Planning under
delegated powers.
- Shortly after the Committee or Head of Planning's
decision you will receive a decision notice.
