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Guide to types of planning permission

A list of the different types of planning permission.

Guide to types of planning permission, read more

Short term lets

Guidance relating to the planning implications of short term lets

Short term lets, read more

Development Plans Consultation Portal

Current and recent Development Plan consultations

Development Plans Consultation Portal, read more

Second Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan to be submitted to Ministers

2 Feb 2023

Today, (Thursday 2 February) The Highland Council has endorsed a major step in completing an updated planning strategy for the Inner Moray Firth.

Strathpeffer Conservation Appraisal Consultation launches

9 Jan 2023

The Highland Council are pleased to announce the release for public consultation of the draft Strathpeffer Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan. 

Highland Council launches Local Place Plans webpage in preparation for National Planning Framework 4

29 Dec 2022

The Highland Council is pleased to announce the launch of its Local Place Plans webpage, where community-led groups can find useful guidance on preparing, submitting, and registering Local Place Plans

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