Conservation area consent
When do I need conservation area consent?
We have designated 34 Conservation Areas within Perth and
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. Demolition of an
unlisted building within a Conservation Area may require a specific
application for Conservation Area Consent.
How do I make an application?
Apply online at the Scottish Government's ePlanning
website or download the guidance notes and application form
from the ePlanning
'Download Forms' webpage. If making a paper submission,
send the form and the fee to The Environment
Sevice, Perth & Kinross Council, Pullar House, 35 Kinnoull
Street, PERTH PH1 5GD.
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.
