Conservation area consent is only needed if you want to demolish an unlisted building in a conservation area. Demolition will only be acceptable if the new development preserves or enhances the area.
To ensure you complete the forms correctly please read our validation guidance. Some of our downloads are not fully accessible. If you need help, please email planning@edinburgh.gov.uk.
There is no fee for conservation area consent.
Apply for conservation area consent
Decision and appealing
Find out how to make an appeal.
The decision letter will let you know whether your application was approved or refused. If you are unhappy with the decision you can make an appeal. The time period for submitting an appeal is stated on the decision notice of an application.