Some development is classified as 'permitted development' and
this is examined in the Town and Country Planning (General
Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992 and subsequent
amendments. 'Permitted development' is development for which
no formal planning application is required.
The rules about changes made to a dwelling house or other
property which is listed or within a Conservation Area are more
stringent.
The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted
Development) (Scotland) Amendment Order 2011 Householder Permitted
Development Rights (was out for consultation 2010/11) proposes
changes to the permitted development rights for homeowners, and in
conservation areas which come into force today and will further
restrict PD rights in conservation areas.
Read about the
changes in our briefing document here (pdf)