Apply for planning permission
Apply online for planning permission.
Before you start
- You need to submit relevant plans, drawings and information
- Make sure you have the correct supporting documents
- You need your reference number to pay your fee
- You pay your fee after submitting your application
Visit the ePlanning.scot website to make an application (opens new window) .
Please note, we can't accept these applications by email.
Applications you can make to us
The following applications can't be made through the ePlanning.scot website, but can be made directly to us:
Complete a Non-material Variation application online
- Download the Start of Work Notice (PDF) [69KB] (opens new window) .
- Download the Completion of Development Notice (PDF) [60KB] (opens new window) .
- Download the Approval of Conditions attached to planning permissions (PDF) [102KB] (opens new window) .
- Download the Proposal of Application Notice form (PDF) [142KB] (opens new window) .
- Download the Pre-application Screening Notice form (PDF) [69KB] (opens new window) .
- Download the Modification and Discharge of a Planning Obligation application form (PDF) [103KB] (opens new window) .
Email completed forms to the Planning team.
Please note, there's no additional administration fee for submitting the above applications by email or in paper.
What happens next
We'll respond within 20 working days from when we get your application and fee. We'll write to you to confirm if your application is valid and ready to process.
Non-material variations
If you wish to make any substantial alterations to your proposal once you have consent, then you'll need to apply again. However, if it's only a minor (non-material) change then you can apply for a non-material variation
Fees and how to pay
We no longer accept cheques. You can only pay by debit card or credit card.
Calculate your fees on the ePlanning.scot website (opens new window) .
You can also phone our payment centre.
Lines are open Monday to Friday between 9am and 4.15pm. You must quote the reference number or address that the planning application relates to.
