The development of an oversight process code#

We have published a report on the benefits of using processing agreements and a processing agreement template.

Processing agreements can set out the key processes involved in determining an application, identify what information is required and from whom, and set the timescales for the delivery of various stages of the process. We encourage authorities to use processing agreements for complex or contentious local developments.ДЄ processing agreement is a project management tool.

The development of an oversight process code#

Householder pemitted development flowchartsД¬ircular 2/2015: Consolidated Circular on Non-Domestic Permitted Development Rights provides further information on some of the permitted development rights available for non-householder development, including those electronic communications code operators (for example, communications masts, cabinets and antennas). The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Amendment Order 2011 Guidance on Householder Permitted Development Rights Circular 1/2012 Householder permitted development checklist Householder permitted development rights: guidance We produced the following guidance to explain more about permitted development rights relating to residential property: The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992 details 'permitted development' types. Where the scale and nature of a development is considered to be minor and non-contentious then it may benefit from permitted development rights. This could be because of the impact on local amenity, for example traffic generation, noise and visual appearance. If a change in the use of a building or land means that it falls within another class of use then planning permission may be required. Where a building or land is used for a purpose in a particular class, using it for any other purpose in the same class does not involve development and would therefore not need planning permission (depending on the specific conditions and circumstances). The Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1997 (UCO) groups together certain similar types of uses of land or buildings into classes. We have published an example enforcement charter. Enforcement action procedures are set out in Circular 10/2009.ДЄuthorities also have to produce an enforcement charter at least every two years, which sets out when and how enforcement action will be taken. They must also ensure development is carried out correctly and take action when it is not. Planning authorities will usually determine applications for planning permission and must also produce development plans. Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) explains our main development management principles.ДЄpplications for planning permission can be made on the ePlanning Scot website. We have provided a list of planning proposals currently under consideration.ДЄn explanation of the planning application procedures can be found in Circular 3/2013: Development Management Procedures. Planning authorities normally deal with applications for planning permission but, in a small minority of cases, Scottish Ministers can become involved if they relate to a matter of genuine national interest.

We work to ensure that the process is responsive, reliable, transparent and efficient. Applications are determined in accordance with the development plan, unless material considerations indicate otherwise. Development management is the process of deciding whether to grant or refuse planning permission and other related consents.