Community councils have a crucial role to play in the planning system. Development happens to allow the city to grow for future needs and by expressing local views, community councils can have a real say in how this happens.
Planning Advice Note 47 on Community Councils and Planning by the Scottish Government sets out how community councils can get involved in planning proposals. This includes details of statutory timescales and procedures for consultee status. The Scottish Government has also produced A Guide to the Planning System in Scotland.
The Edinburgh Development Concordat sets out how communities, developers and the Council can work together when development is proposed.
View and comment on planning applications
Planning applications are displayed publicly online, where comments can also be submitted.
Find out how to make a valid comment in our guide on commenting on planning applications.
We also have guidance on how to search, view and comment on applications using the planning portal.
Pre-application consultation with communities
Proposals for national and major development need consultation with the community at least 12 weeks before an application being submitted.
A Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) must be submitted and approved by the Council. View guidance on the pre-application consultation process (PDF).
Further information on the planning system
Planning Aid for Scotland provide free and impartial planning advice to individuals and community organisations to get involved in decision-making in the planning system.