Planning

The Council’s planning service helps to deliver high quality, sustainable development for Edinburgh, aiming to make it one of the most attractive and successful cities in Europe.

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Latest news and consultations - Read about the work of the Planning service for Edinburgh, including the latest policy documents on which we are seeking your views.
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Making a planning application - Advice and guidance about making an application, including forms, fee advice and the information needed for validation and assessment.
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Viewing an application or decision - Use these pages to track progress on a current application, submit comments on an application or view details of applications dealt with since 2003.
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Planning enforcement - How to report a possible breach of planning control or view enforcement notices served by the Council since 2005.
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The Development Plan - The structure plan and local plans are key documents in the planning process.  Together they form the development plan.
Planning Policies

Other guidance, advice and publications - additional approved guidance and advice for developers expanding on policies in local plans, and useful Council publications on planning topics.
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Built and Natural Heritage - The Council is responsible for the protection and enhancement of the City’s buildings, landscape and natural environment.