Planning and building standards news
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Highland Local Development Plan – Have Your Say
Published on 3 Feb 2025The Highland Council is preparing a new and important planning document called the Highland Local Development Plan. The plan will ultimately be used to determine planning applications and steer future
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“What’s Happening Across Our City” - Inverness Strategy Interactive Storymap Launches
Published on 7 Oct 2024An interactive online “StoryMap” has been launched to bring forward a partnership approach to promoting the City of Inverness as the hub of economic, social and cultural activity in Highland.
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Committee approves Delivery Programme to enable development across Inner Moray Firth and wider Highland.
Published on 22 Aug 2024Today, Thursday 22 August 2024, The Highland Council’s Economy and Infrastructure Committee agreed how, when and where it will enable delivery of development across Highland with the approval and adop
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Public drop-in sessions for Dingwall & Seaforth Area Place Plan
Published on 21 Aug 2024The Highland Council is set to hold public drop-in sessions over two days at the end of the month to help inform the creation of an Area Place Plan for the Dingwall & Seaforth area.
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One week left to provide views on local services
Published on 8 Aug 2024Residents, businesses and community organisations have the opportunity to provide feedback on people’s experience of living in Highland, and on access to services.
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Further chance to tell us what is good about your Highland community and what could be done differently!
Published on 28 May 2024Almost 900 people and groups across the region have offered their views since the Highland Place Standard survey was launched at the end of March 2024.
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Tell us about your Highland place
Published on 16 Apr 2024The Highland Council wishes to remind people who live, work, visit and invest in Highland, that there is opportunity to share their experiences of that by taking part in the Highland Place Standard su
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What is your lived experience of Highland?
Published on 20 Mar 2024What is good about your Highland community and what could be done differently? The Highland Council is embarking on a major survey that encourages people to describe their experiences of living, worki
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Committee updated on new Highland Local Development Plan
Published on 15 Feb 2024When they met today, members of the Economy and Infrastructure Committee discussed progress in preparing a new single Highland Local Development Plan and gave their approval for an updated Development Plan Newsletter which aims to keep people up to date on where and when they can input to the preparation of development planning documents.
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New Nairn Academy planning application lodged
Published on 14 Dec 2023A planning application has been submitted for the erection of a replacement secondary school, car parking, sports pitches and demolition of the existing Nairn Academy.
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Council seeks views on Biodiversity Planning Guidance
Published on 11 Dec 2023The Highland Council has released for consultation new Biodiversity Planning Guidance that will support the implementation of cross-cutting biodiversity policies as set out in National Planning Framew
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Councillors to discuss ‘Making Academy Street a Place for Everyone’
Published on 22 Aug 2023A report on The Highland Council’s proposals for ‘Making Academy Street a Place for Everyone’ will be considered by Members of the City of Inverness Area Committee on Monday 28 August.
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Nairn Academy and Charleston Academy
Published on 2 Aug 2023The Highland Council has written to parents and carers of pupils at Nairn Academy and Charleston Academy (Inverness) about having Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) structures.
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Highland Council invites communities to prepare Local Place Plans
Published on 29 Jun 2023Highland communities are formally invited to take the opportunity to prepare a new style Local Place Plan following new powers from Scottish Government that recently came into force.
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Planning survey closing soon – don’t miss the opportunity to give your views
Published on 2 May 2023The Highland Council recently published a Development Plans Newsletter, which outlines how and when people can get involved in shaping future development plans across Highland.
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Developer Contributions on the agenda
Published on 2 May 2023Members of The Highland Council’s Economy and Infrastructure Committee will consider updated developer contribution rates for education and community facilities when they meet on Thursday.
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Second Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan to be submitted to Ministers
Published on 2 Feb 2023Today, (Thursday 2 February) The Highland Council has endorsed a major step in completing an updated planning strategy for the Inner Moray Firth.
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Strathpeffer Conservation Appraisal Consultation launches
Published on 9 Jan 2023The Highland Council are pleased to announce the release for public consultation of the draft Strathpeffer Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan.
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Highland Council launches Local Place Plans webpage in preparation for National Planning Framework 4
Published on 29 Dec 2022The Highland Council is pleased to announce the launch of its Local Place Plans webpage, where community-led groups can find useful guidance on preparing, submitting, and registering Local Place Plans
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Badenoch & Strathspey Short-Term Secondary Let Control Area Planning Policy Consultation
Published on 12 Dec 2022The Highland Council is pleased to announce the start of the consultation on draft planning policies to support the Badenoch and Strathspey Short-term Let Control Area proposal.
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Approved design favours wheeling, walking cycling for Academy Street
Published on 24 Nov 2022Public consultation will continue on a new design development for Academy Street in Inverness.
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Committee moves to unlock Dingwall Business Park potential
Published on 25 Aug 2022Members of the Economy and Infrastructure Committee have approved, in principle, to adopt the upgraded flood bund at Dingwall Business Park in order to open up new business opportunities.
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Businesses urged to apply for planning and building warrants before relaxation controls end on 30 September 2022.
Published on 8 Jul 2022The Highland Council is urging businesses - particularly those in the tourism and hospitality sectors – to be prepared for the end of relaxation of planning and building warrant controls on 30 Septemb
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Inner Moray Firth Proposed Local Development Plan - Final chance to have your say on the Proposed Future Development and Priorities in your Community
Published on 7 Jun 2022There is not long left to comment on the Inner Moray Firth Proposed Local Development Plan. The Plan sets out the Council’s view on how the Plan area should develop over the next 10 years and beyond.
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End of relaxation to temporary structures & uses during COVID-19 pandemic
Published on 31 May 2022Highland Council has been supporting business, particularly those in the tourism & hospitality sectors, throughout COVID-19 pandemic by allowing a relaxation of planning and building warrant controls.
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How the Council is addressing the Climate & Ecological Emergency in the Inner Moray Firth Area
Published on 31 May 2022As the world fights to address the effects of climate change, The Highland Council is committed to doing whatever it can to support the environment, reduce emissions and mitigate the ecological emerge
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Highland Council raises concerns in its response to the draft National Planning Framework
Published on 5 Apr 2022In The Highland Council’s response to the Scottish Government draft new National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4), concerns have been raised that the proposed NPF4 falls short on delivering key regional pr
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Inner Moray Firth Proposed Local Development Plan – Have your say on the Proposed Future Development and Priorities in Your Community
Published on 25 Mar 2022The Highland Council has today (Friday 25 March 2022) launched a public consultation on future development and priorities for communities across the Inner Moray Firth.
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Highland Council Badenoch and Strathspey Short-Term Let Control Area Consultation
Published on 3 Feb 2022The Highland Council and the Cairngorm National Park Authority are pleased to announce the start of a consultation on bold powers for tackling the rural housing crisis across Badenoch and Strathspey.
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Committee discusses response to draft National Planning Framework 4
Published on 2 Feb 2022Highland Councillors have today expressed concerns that the Scottish Government’s new national planning strategy and policies could fall short on delivering regional priorities for Highland.
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Response to Scottish Government’s Draft Onshore Wind Policy Statement homologated
Published on 2 Feb 2022Members of Highland Council’s Economy & Infrastructure Committee today (2 February) homologated the local authority’s response to the Scottish Government’s Draft Onshore Wind Policy Statement refresh.
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National awards at the double for Merkinch Primary and Family Centre in Inverness
Published on 6 Dec 2021The new Merkinch Primary School and Family Centre in Inverness has won two prizes at a national awards ceremony.
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Councillors approve removal of Drakies Link Road from Inshes Junction Improvements
Published on 18 Nov 2021Inverness Councillors have agreed to remove proposals for a link road from Sir Walter Scott Drive at the ‘Eagle’ roundabout to the Drakies area.
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Inner Moray Firth strategy for new development takes another step forward
Published on 18 Nov 2021Members of The Highland Council’s City of Inverness Area Committee agreed today (18 November) to approve the ‘Inner Moray Firth Proposed Local Development Plan 2’ for public consultation.
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Councillors approve vision for Inverness
Published on 18 Nov 2021Inverness Councillors have welcomed a strategy for Inverness which showcases an ambitious vision that aims to transform the city’s future.
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Major new vision proposed for Inverness
Published on 11 Nov 2021A bold and ambitious strategy to transform Inverness into the place to live, work, enjoy and do business in Scotland will be presented to the City of Inverness Area Committee next week.
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Major delivery taken for River Ness Hydro Project
Published on 2 Nov 2021Highland Council took delivery of two huge Archimedes Screws today on the site where the local authority is building a new hydroelectric generator and interactive visitor experience on the River Ness.
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Members of the public invited to participate in consultation on proposals to link the communities of Lochloy in Nairn and the A96 retail park via the Balmakeith Industrial Estate
Published on 22 Jul 2021Highland Council, in partnership with SUSTRANS, is running a consultation on a proposed link between the Lochloy area of Nairn and the A96 retail park and invites members of the public to review and c
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Nairnshire members presented with responses from public consultation on Sandown Lands
Published on 24 Jun 2021Members of the Nairnshire Area Committee were presented with the responses and comments raised following a statutory public consultation on the disposal of Sandown Lands for development purposes..
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Inverness Castle transformation – approval granted for planning application
Published on 27 Apr 2021The Highland Council today granted approval for a planning application that will see the transformation of Inverness Castle to become a tourism gateway for the Highlands.
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Key Council publications help shape future of the Highlands
Published on 25 Mar 2021The latest outlook for future development and housing delivery across the Highlands has been announced by the Highland Council today (25 March 2021) together with measures to support the delivery of schools and other infrastructure.
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Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan Consultation – Creating successful places with safeguarded and enhanced greenspaces
Published on 16 Mar 2021The Covid-19 Pandemic has presented the opportunity for many people to reflect on their local neighbourhood and the quality and usability of greenspaces ....
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Public’s views sought on the future economy of the Inner Moray Firth
Published on 8 Mar 2021At a critical time for the Highland economy views are being sought on a range of options for how the Council can assist the local economy to respond, recover, progress and transition.
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Inverness Castle transformation – landscaping proposals
Published on 18 Feb 2021Landscaping proposals for the Inverness Castle development have now been lodged with The Highland Council as part of the statutory applications for the planned transformation for Inverness Castle.
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Public asked to have their say on sustainable transport and the climate emergency as part of the Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan review
Published on 17 Feb 2021The Covid-19 Pandemic has impacted Highland communities in unprecedented ways and continues to do so. Amongst the multiple adverse impacts of this global crisis are some important lessons for how we r
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Temporary traffic restrictions in Merkinch area of Inverness for a month
Published on 15 Feb 2021Temporary diversions and traffic management measures continue to be in place in the Merkinch area of Inverness while works are taking place to make safe a building.
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Culloden Muir planning application refused by Highland Councillors
Published on 3 Feb 2021Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee has refused planning permission for the change of use and conversion of a steading to form a house at land 120m SW of Culchunaig Farmhouse.
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Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan Consultation - An Opportunity to Influence How and Where Your Community Will Change
Published on 27 Jan 2021Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan Consultation - An Opportunity to Influence How and Where Your Community Will Change
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Inverness Castle transformation – project update
Published on 18 Jan 2021Statutory applications lodged today with The Highland Council signal progress in the planned transformation for Inverness Castle to become a tourism gateway for the Highlands.
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Time running out to have your say on Highland Council revised policy for rural housing developments
Published on 10 Dec 2020The days are counting down to the closure of Highland Council’s public consultation on the guidance on how the Council will promote and determine rural housing applications across the Highlands
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21st Century city recovery uncovers historic past
Published on 10 Dec 2020Inverness Councillors have been provided with an update on the city’s capital projects and thanked Council staff for their ongoing work during the pandemic.
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Highland Councillors unanimously refuse Culloden Moor planning application.
Published on 8 Dec 2020Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee has unanimously refused permission for a planning application from Inverness Paving Ltd regarding land at Treetop Stables, Culloden Moor.
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Planning applications approved for historic Boleskine House
Published on 8 Dec 2020Two applications relating to Boleskine House, Foyers south of Inverness were approved by Members of Highland Council’s South Planning applications committee.
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Nairn councillors approve public consultation on Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan review
Published on 2 Dec 2020A report will go out to public consultation in the new year (2021) marking the first stage of reviewing the Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan.
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Looking after your building during National Maintenance Week
Published on 20 Nov 2020Running from 20-27 November 2020, National Maintenance Week reminds anyone who owns or looks after a building, whatever its age, type or purpose, of the simple and achievable steps they can take to pr
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Inverness councillors approve public consultation on Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan review
Published on 19 Nov 2020City of Inverness Area Committee has approved a report that will go out to public consultation in 2021 marking the first stage of reviewing the Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan.
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Committee discusses Opportunity Cromarty Firth project
Published on 4 Nov 2020A report presented to the Highland Council’s Economy and Infrastructure today gave members an update on work on the Opportunity Cromarty Firth project.
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Public consultation now open on Highland Council revised policy for rural housing developments
Published on 23 Oct 2020The Highland Council is now inviting the public and interested parties to participate in shaping the guidance on how the Council will promote and determine rural housing applications.
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Members endorse Main Issues Report of Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan 2
Published on 14 Oct 2020The Black Isle, Dingwall and Seaforth Members have endorsed parts of a consultation document called a Main Issues Report (MIR) which are applicable to their geographical area.
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Public to be consulted on policy for rural housing developments
Published on 2 Sep 2020he Council will be inviting members of the public to participate in an forthcoming consultation on an updated draft ‘Housing in the Countryside Supplementary Guidance (HICSG)’.
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Council relaxes some controls for COVID-19 business recovery
Published on 6 Jul 2020Highland Council Council is announcing relaxation of some controls that will assist tourist accommodation providers have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.
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People of Wick have their say in improvements to the town
Published on 22 Oct 2019More than 80 Wickers gave up their time last Thursday to suggest improvements to High Street and Bridge Street.
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Temporary road closures in Inverness
Published on 8 Oct 2019Motorists are being advised by The Highland Council that two Inverness roads are to be temporarily closed on Friday 25th October and Sunday 3rd November 2019 for public safety.
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Spotlight on future of Fort William at successful FW2040 event
Published on 30 Sep 2019Last Wednesday (25 September) the focus was on the future of Fort William with over 20 organisations and groups representing development and investments in the town gathered at the Nevis Centre for the FW2040 Vision – One Year On event.
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Interest builds for public engagement event on Fort William’s future vision
Published on 23 Sep 2019Over 20 organisations and groups representing development and investments in Fort William are confirmed to take part in a major public engagement event taking place this week.
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Wick Pulteneytown Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan
Published on 10 Jul 2019The public are being invited to come along to find out more about the Wick Pulteneytown Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan (CAMP).
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Car park closure for Nairn Courthouse Steeple removal
Published on 24 Jun 2019Residents and visitors to Nairn are advised of forthcoming works involved with the ongoing refurbishment project to Nairn Courthouse.
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Grant awarded to secure future of city centre buildings and businesses
Published on 12 Jun 2019The Inverness Townscape Heritage Project has announced a grant award of £42,197 towards the costs of repairs to 21-25 Academy Street.
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Planning permission granted for Materials Recovery Facility at Longman, Inverness.
Published on 11 Jun 2019The Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee has today (Tuesday 11 June 2019) granted planning permission for a new centralised waste management facility (Materials Recovery Facility).
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Strengthening town centres in Caithness and Sutherland
Published on 10 Jun 2019he Highland Council is asking communities and other stakeholders for their thoughts and opinion on a draft strategy to improve the town centres of Brora, Dornoch, Golspie, Thurso and Wick.
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Fort William 2040 Project (FW2040)
Published on 15 Apr 2019The Highland Council is this week launching the first edition of a new shared vision for Fort William and Lochaber and is looking to community representatives to play their part in driving forward change in the area.
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Piece of Inverness history restored as iconic mosaic panels return to Academy Street
Published on 28 Mar 2019Historic mosaics have been returned to 96 Academy Street, Inverness, following restoration.
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An opportunity to shape the growth of your place
Published on 18 Mar 2019The Highland Council is raising awareness of the opportunity to help shape future growth and development across the Inner Moray Firth area.
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Council launches new tool for publishing Business and Industrial Land data for Highland Areas
Published on 11 Mar 2019The Highland Council has today (Monday 11 March) announced the release of a new mapping tool for available business and industrial land across the Council area that is aimed at supporting investment in the Highlands.
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Public invited to examine Drumnadrochit flood protection proposals
Published on 8 Mar 2019The formal Flood Protection Scheme Notice for Drumnadrochit Flood Protection Scheme that has been published today (Friday 8 March 2019) is intended to reduce the risk of flooding and provide protection for 37 residential and commercial properties in the village.
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Planning application submitted for Materials Recovery Facility
Published on 12 Feb 2019A planning application has been submitted to construct a new centralised waste management facility (Materials Recovery Facility) to recover recyclates and produce Refuse Derived Fuel.
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Contractor appointed for refurbishment works at Nairn Courthouse
Published on 11 Feb 2019The contract for refurbishment works including the removal and replacement of the existing viewing tower at Nairn Courthouse has been awarded by The Highland Council to Laing Traditional Masonry Group (LTM Group).
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Extra funding approved for A890 Stromferry rock stabilisation works
Published on 31 Jan 2019Members of The Highland Council’s Environment, Development and Infrastructure (EDI) Committee have approved an additional £2.185m for further remedial rock stabilisation works at the A890 Stromeferry.
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Proactive role for communities in steering ambitious Fort William 2040 Vision
Published on 25 Jan 2019The Highland Council has agreed an ambitious future vision for Fort William known as Fort William 2040.
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Still time to have your say on improving walking and cycling links in Inverness City Centre
Published on 28 Dec 2018The Highland Council is reminding people that there is still time for them to have their say on proposals to make Academy Street and the area surrounding Inverness Railway Station a more attractive place to visit, live and work.
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‘My Ness’ planning application lodged
Published on 20 Dec 2018A planning application has been submitted for the new artwork, entitled ‘My Ness’ to be situated at the Little Isle Pool, Fisherman’s Car Park.
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Town health check data published for Highland centres
Published on 11 Dec 2018The Highland Council has today announced significant progress in the quality of collection and reporting on the performance of it’s town centres through the release of new Town Centre Health Check “Story Maps”.
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Carmelite friary uncovered in Kingussie
Published on 6 Dec 2018Significant archaeological finds in Kingussie are believed to be associated with a pre-16th century Carmelite friary.
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New Life for Nairn Links moves from consultation to action
Published on 6 Dec 2018Another successful consultation event was held at the Nairn Community and Arts Centre where it was confirmed that the draft outline plan put forward at the first event was met with broad approval.
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Topping Out milestone marks Inverness Justice Centre progress
Published on 29 Nov 2018A topping out ceremony was held on the site of Scotland’s first purpose-built Justice Centre in Inverness on Thursday 29 November.
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Developer Contributions Supplementary Guidance Adopted in Highland
Published on 5 Nov 2018The Highland Council has announced the publication of updated guidance on financial contributions required from new developments towards new infrastructure and services.
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Nairn Links Consultation Steps up a Gear
Published on 26 Oct 2018The consultation process currently underway for the Nairn Links moves up a gear with a drop in event at the Nairn Community and Arts Centre on Saturday 3rd November
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Caisteal Maol stabilisation work complete
Published on 5 Oct 2018Works to stabilise the lightning-strike-damaged Caisteal Maol at Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye have been completed, announces The Highland Council.
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Council submits plans for Archimedes screw hydroelectric scheme
Published on 4 Oct 2018e Highland Council has submitted a planning application for a low head hydroelectric development at the Torvean Weir on the River Ness.
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New plan to guide development in Caithness and Sutherland
Published on 31 Aug 2018The Highland Council is pleased to announce that today (Friday 31 August 2018) it has adopted the Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan).
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Public to have their say on Uig Development Brief
Published on 31 Jul 2018Following approval by the Isle of Skye and Raasay Area Committee on the 4th June 2018, the Council has now launched the draft Uig Development Brief for consultation which runs for 8 weeks from 30th July to 21st September 2018.
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Work on final phase of city flood scheme starts
Published on 26 Jul 2018The final phase of works to alleviate flood risk to the communities of Smithton and Culloden has begun.
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POSTPONED: Inverness footbridge to close for necessary repairs.
Published on 16 Jul 2018POSTPONED: The Highland Council is informing pedestrians and cyclists that it is to close the suspension bridge from Bught Road to Whin Island from Monday 23 July for up to 6 weeks.
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New secondary school build honours first former Rector.
Published on 20 Jun 2018The first Rector of Alness Academy Robert Meikle, will be honoured this week at a turf cutting ceremony to mark works starting on a new state-of-the-art secondary school at Alness Academy.
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Preparation for Stage two of the West Link is underway to include new park
Published on 31 May 2018A new park is to be part of the plans for the West Link project, using the beautiful parkland setting of the current golf course adjacent to the canal.
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Inverness East Planning blueprint gets go ahead from City Committee
Published on 31 May 2018A major planning document set to shape the growth of Inverness was approved by Members of The Highland Council’s City of Inverness Area Committee today (31 May)
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Shopfront Design Guidance approved
Published on 17 May 2018Members of The Highland Council’s Environment, Development and Infrastructure Committee have given their backing to new shop front guidance aimed at ensuring high quality designs for traditional, replacement and new shopfronts throughout the Highlands.
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Planning conditions for new homes at Viewhill approved
Published on 17 May 2018The planning application containing the house design, infrastructure and landscaping details related to a proposed development of 16 houses at Viewhill, Inverness has today been approved....
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Even more time to have your say on site options for Tain 3-18 Campus
Published on 14 May 2018The deadline for comments has been extended to 9am on Wednesday 16th May.
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Still time to have your say on site options for Tain 3-18 Campus
Published on 11 May 2018The deadline for comments is 5pm on Monday 14th May and can be submitted by email to clestates@highland.gov.uk.
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Update on Caol and Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme 2018
Published on 30 Apr 2018The Highland Council has today (30th of April 2018) published the scheme documents for the planned flood protection scheme for Caol and Lochyside.
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Have your say at Tain 3-18 Campus drop-in day
Published on 26 Apr 2018Highland Council is hosting a public drop-in day, to allow members of the public the opportunity to review the Council’s latest site options analysis for the Tain Campus
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Chance to have your say on draft Wayfinding Strategy for Inverness City Centre
Published on 26 Apr 2018The Highland Council invites you to have your say on a draft Wayfinding Strategy for Inverness city centre during a six week consultation beginning on 27 April 2018. Wayfinding is the term used for signs, maps and other devices that convey information about location and directions to visitors and residents so as to improve people’s understanding of the city.
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Grant award signals new chapter for historic Inverness landmark
Published on 25 Apr 2018The Inverness Townscape Heritage Project has announced a grant award of £960,000 towards the costs of the full restoration of the former AI Welders Building.
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New lets coming soon for Carse Industrial Estate 3rd phase
Published on 21 Mar 2018The Highland Council has committed to the phase 3 expansion of the industrial estate. A contract for the expansion was awarded to McGregor Construction in February 2018.
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Council to inspect street banners and calls on all property owners to inspect their premises.
Published on 16 Mar 2018The Highland Council can confirm that it has arranged for inspections at two street banner locations on Church Street and Academy Street in Inverness.
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Highland Council calls on retail property owners to inspect glazed canopies
Published on 5 Mar 2018Highland Council is recommending as a precaution that all building owners with glazed canopy type arrangements check that they have adequate inspection and maintenance arrangements in place.
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Views sought on Shopfront Design Guide
Published on 12 Feb 2018The Highland Council is asking stakeholders and members of the public for feedback on new draft guidance aimed at ensuring high quality designs for traditional, replacement and new shopfronts.
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Planning approval for £130M alloy wheels plant - Lochaber
Published on 30 Jan 2018Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee has approved a major planning application for an alloy wheel manufacturing facility at Fort William in Lochaber.
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Viewhill housing application deferred
Published on 30 Jan 2018Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee has deferred a decision on a planning application by Kirkwood Homes Ltd for 16 new homes at Viewhill, Inverness.
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Development plans out for public consultation
Published on 15 Jan 2018The Highland Council has launched two major planning documents for consultation.
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Key Council publications will help shape future of the Highlands
Published on 21 Dec 2017The latest outlook for future development and housing delivery across the Highlands has been announced by the Highland Council today (Thursday, 21 December 2017) together with measures to support the delivery of roads, schools and other infrastructure.
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Planning submitted for a new mixed Inverness city Scheme
Published on 15 Dec 2017The Highland Housing Alliance has announced that Capital Developments Ltd., has submitted a planning application for a new residential and commercial development at 79 Academy Street, Inverness.
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Inverness planning ‘blueprints’ get go ahead from City Councillors
Published on 30 Nov 2017Inverness planning ‘blueprints’ get go ahead from City Councillors.
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Success at national awards for Council's Planning Service
Published on 17 Nov 2017The Highland Council received two awards at last week’s Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning.
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Views sought on new developer contributions guidance
Published on 8 Nov 2017Communities and developers will be invited to have their say in shaping a refreshed approach to dealing with developer contributions for developments across Highland.
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North Planning Committee grants approval for Black Isle Care home
Published on 17 Oct 2017Members of The Highland Council’s North Planning Applications Committee have approved plans for a 40 bedroom care home to be built on the Black Isle.
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Historical advertisement revealed in Highland shop refurb
Published on 4 Oct 2017Two Inverness joiners have unearthed a piece of advertising history while refurbishing a shop unit in the Inverness Victorian Market.
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Planning Performance Framework highlights excellent work
Published on 18 Aug 2017“In light of the challenging financial position of the Council, efforts have been made to improve efficiency in delivering our services to the customer
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New Developer Contributions for Education Infrastructure agreed
Published on 16 Aug 2017The Council has agreed to updated developer contributions for the delivery of new schools in the Inverness area.
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Merkinch Welfare Hall now punching above its weight
Published on 25 Jul 2017The Provost of Inverness was at Merkinch Welfare Hall earlier today (Tuesday 25 July) to welcome the Minister for Local Government and Housing Kevin Stewart to what is now the home of the Inverness City Boxing Club and Merkinch Partnership.
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West Highland and Islands Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 10 Jul 2017The Highland Council is reminding everyone that the opportunity to have your say on the Proposed West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan (WestPlan) is coming to an end, with the consultation
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Top excellence award for Marine Spatial Plan
Published on 20 Jun 2017The Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters Marine Spatial Plan (PFOW MSP) has won the Excellence in Plan Making Practice category at the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence
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Extension to the Proposed West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan Consultation (WestPlan)
Published on 8 Jun 2017Highland Council has announced that is allowing more time for people in the West Highland and Islands area to have their say on future development in their community.
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Chance for public to have their say on West Highland and Islands Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 16 May 2017A new document identifying a 20 year plan for potential future development across Wester Ross, Lochalsh, Skye and Lochaber areas has been published for consultation by Highland Council. The Proposed West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan, also known as WestPlan, was published on 5 May 2017 for an 8 week consultation.
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West Highland and Islands Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 8 May 2017People are being encouraged to have their say on the West Highland and Islands Proposed Local Development Plan, also known as WestPlan.
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Council’s Energy Designer nominated for top national award
Published on 25 Apr 2017A design engineer with The Highland Council has been shortlisted in Scottish Renewables’ Young Professionals Green Energy Awards.
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Community Trust Seeks Ownership of part of Storr Woodland, Skye
Published on 27 Mar 2017Representing the community of Staffin, located in the north east of Skye, the Staffin Community Trust has submitted an asset transfer request to the Highland Council. The request, made under Part 5 of the Community Empowerment Act (Scotland) 2015, relates to less than one hectare of the site for which the proposed purchase price is £1000.
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LEADER weighs in with funding for ‘gym with a view’ for the Kyle of Sutherland
Published on 22 Mar 2017Kyle of Sutherland Hub Ltd is to benefit from EU funding from the Highland LEADER Programme
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Alternative route to Canal Tow Path as new Canal Parks takes shape
Published on 17 Mar 2017With the closure of the rugby playing season, works to demolish the old rugby club house and the upgrading and regrading/layouts of the existing grass pitches and the construction of a new 4G syntheti
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Shopfront Improvement Grant Scheme for Academy Street
Published on 3 Mar 2017Thursday, 9th March 2017 will see the launch of a new Traditional Shopfront Improvement Grant Scheme, as part of the Townscape Heritage Project for Academy Street.
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Update on Inverness East Development Brief
Published on 23 Feb 2017Highland Council’s City of Inverness Area Committee approved elements of a new draft Inverness East Development Brief
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CaSPlan bound for Examination after Sutherland County Committee
Published on 23 Feb 2017The Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan) remains on track for eventual adoption in final form in spring 2018.
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The pilot Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters Marine Spatial Plan is nominated for prestigious planning industry award
Published on 17 Feb 2017The Plan was developed by a working group consisting of Marine Scotland, Highland Council and Orkney Islands Council who are a finalist in the category for Excellence in Plan Making Practice at the Royal Town Planning Institute’s (RTPI) Awards for Planning Excellence
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Step closer for CaSPlan after Caithness Area Committee
Published on 15 Feb 2017The Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan) remains on track for eventual adoption in final form in spring 2018
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West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan on Area Committee agenda
Published on 12 Jan 2017The preparation of a new West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan (WestPlan) took a step forward today at a meeting of Ross & Cromarty Area Committee..
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More time to comment on Landscape Appraisals to guide wind energy development
Published on 10 Jan 2017The deadline for commenting on The Highland Council’s draft Landscape Appraisals to help in the consideration of future proposals for wind energy development is drawing near – but has been extended to 31 January 2017.
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Comments sought on Landscape Appraisals to guide wind energy development
Published on 12 Dec 2016The public are reminded that The Highland Council’s consultation continues on draft Landscape Appraisals to help in the consideration of future proposals for wind energy development.
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Review into capital projects identifies recent improvements
Published on 23 Nov 2016The initial findings of a review into the delivery of educational capital projects have identified a number of recent improvements and recommendations are being developed for future arrangements.
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Site Survey of former Nairn quarry complete
Published on 14 Nov 2016The Highland Council received the final report from their specialist contractors on the environmental conditions at the former Kingsteps quarry in Nairn this week...
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Entries shortlisted for Wester Ross Visitor Information Shelters
Published on 14 Nov 2016Last month The Highland Council launched an architectural competition for the development of three visitor information shelters at key entry points to Wester Ross; Achnasheen, Lochcarron and Braemore. The competition attracted the attention of architects from across the world and there were 66 concept design submissions received last week.
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An Award Winning Partnership
Published on 11 Nov 2016A working group, consisting of colleagues from Marine Scotland, Orkney Islands Council and The Highland Council, has received an award in the ‘Partnership’ category of the Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning (SAQP)
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Consultation period coming to a close on Modified Plan for Caithness and Sutherland
Published on 31 Oct 2016The Highland Council is reminding everyone that the opportunity to have a say on the modified version of the Proposed Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan) is coming to an end
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Update: A82 re-opened at Tomnahurich Bridge, Inverness
Published on 25 Oct 2016The A82 has re-opened at Tomnahurich Bridge, Inverness.
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A82 works delayed at Tomnahurich Bridge, Inverness
Published on 25 Oct 2016Motorists are being advised by The Highland Council that overnight works on a new roundabout at Tomnahurich Bridge for the Inverness West Link project have been delayed.
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Chance to help shape future growth in the east of Inverness
Published on 24 Oct 2016Details have now been announced for The Highland Council’s workshop to find out views from the public on how development in the east of Inverness should happen.
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Visit to site of former Fort William Primary School
Published on 19 Oct 2016Before the start of today’s Lochaber Committee the Chair, Councillor Thomas MacLennan and Councillor Brian Murphy took the opportunity to visit the site of the former Fort William Primary School
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Consultation on the development of Inverness East area
Published on 7 Oct 2016A new consultation has been launched about how development in the east of Inverness should happen.
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Consultation on removal of BT payphones
Published on 30 Sep 2016Public opinion is being sought by The Highland Council on BT’s proposal to remove 178 public payphones from across the Highland region
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West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan (WestPlan) Additional Sites Consultation
Published on 30 Sep 2016Public consultation is now underway on newly suggested development ideas in the West Highland and Islands area.
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Consultation starts on Modified Plan for Caithness and Sutherland
Published on 30 Sep 2016The Highland Council has today (30 September) launched a modified version of the Proposed Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan), which sets out the vision and strategy for the area over the next 20 years
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Next steps for Nairn South Masterplan
Published on 19 Sep 2016Nairn South Masterplan will be considered at a future meeting of the Nairnshire Area Committee to allow further time to fully consider comments received.
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ERG Scotland is Council’s first eBuilding customer
Published on 19 Sep 2016A business with bases in Invergordon and Inverness was the first customer of Highland Council’s new eBuilding Standards portal which went live on 24 August.
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Council addresses issues with new Inverness Royal Academy
Published on 16 Sep 2016The Highland Council has informed staff, parents and pupils of ongoing issues with the new Inverness Royal Academy building and the actions being taken to address them.
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Public to be consulted on CaSPlan changes
Published on 8 Sep 2016The Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan) which sets out The Highland Council’s vision and development strategy for the area over the next 20 years is to be modified and put out for public consultation.
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Councillors preview new Council office in Kingussie
Published on 23 Aug 2016Local Highland councillors for Badenoch and Strathspey were this week (Monday 22 August 2016) given a preview tour of the newly renovated and extended Kingussie Courthouse building by contractors, construction and infrastructure company, Morgan Sindall.
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New eBuilding Standards Portal
Published on 22 Aug 2016People submitting building standards applications to The Highland Council will benefit from a major new improvement to the Council’s digital services that will be on offer from Wednesday 24 August.
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Onshore Wind Energy Supplementary guidance agreed for adoption
Published on 18 Aug 2016Members of The Highland Council’s Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee have agreed to adopt the Onshore Wind Energy Supplementary Guidance
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Public meeting for proposed A890 road improvements
Published on 13 May 2016The public are being invited to come along to a drop-in exhibition in Lochcarron on Thursday 2 June to find out more about The Highland Council’s proposals to carry out improvements to a 6 km section
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The Lochaber Community Planning Partnership hits the road to get the public’s view
Published on 10 May 2016Community Councils, Community organisations and members of the public are encouraged to pop along to Ballachulish Village Hall on Tuesday 24th May anytime from 4pm - 6.30pm for a ‘market place’ event
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West Link Stage 1 work to begin
Published on 29 Apr 2016West Link Stage 1 works will commence on Tuesday 3rd May, providing the link between the southern distributor and the A82, including the Canal Parks Enhancement works. Stage 1 is due for completion i
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Public invited to have their say on final phase of Smithton and Culloden Flood Alleviation Scheme
Published on 26 Apr 2016In order to complete the final phase of this flood alleviation project, The Highland Council is promoting a formal Flood Protection Scheme (FPS). A formal consultation process has begun and is running from 26th April to 24th May 2016.
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Help prepare new development plan for West Highland’s future
Published on 1 Apr 2016A major public consultation has now started to help prepare a new 20 year Local Development Plan for the West Highland area, to be known as WestPlan.
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Update on River Lochy and Caol Flood Protection Scheme
Published on 24 Mar 2016Yesterday (Wednesday 23 March) The Highland Council carried out public drop-in sessions in Kilmallie Free Church in Caol to update the public on progress with the planned flood protection scheme for C
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Contract awarded for new Council office development in Fort William
Published on 21 Mar 2016The Council has awarded a £5.7 million contract to Robertson Northern for a major project that will bring The Highland Council’s administrative and professional staff from different locations across Fort William into the one buildin
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Still time to have your say on the Caithness and Sutherland Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 7 Mar 2016The Highland Council is reminding everyone that the opportunity to have your say on the Caithness and Sutherland Proposed Local Development Plan (CaSPlan) is coming to an end, with the consultation cl
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Sustainable Drainage Systems survey
Published on 12 Feb 2016Scottish Natural Heritage and Highland Council need your help with a short survey about Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS)
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Inverness Townscape Heritage Project is open on Academy Street
Published on 10 Feb 2016The Inverness Townscape Heritage (TH) project team are delighted to have secured office space on Academy Street for the five year delivery phase of the project. The TH project recently moved into 62 A
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Caithness and Sutherland Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 5 Feb 2016For the first time the Highland Community Planning Partnership have endorsed a Development Plan published by The Highland Council.
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£2.9 million housing development takes investment in Fort William to £40 million
Published on 4 Feb 2016The Highland Council has begun work on the £2.9 million development of Tweeddale in the Town Centre.
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Caithness and Sutherland Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 25 Jan 2016A new document identifying potential future developments across Caithness and Sutherland has been published for consultation by Highland Council.
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Caithness and Sutherland Proposed Local Development Plan
Published on 22 Jan 2016The Highland Council has launched a proposed template for growth in the Caithness and Sutherland areas over the next 20 years and beyond.
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Ballachulish slate training course a success despite weather
Published on 13 Jan 2016A recent two-day course in slate building techniques at Ballachulish has been hailed as a success despite the best attempts of the weather to spoil things.
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Highland Council approves an additional £24.520 million for roads, bridges and piers
Published on 17 Dec 2015Highland Council has approved an additional £24.520 million for roads, bridges and piers to be included in the Capital Plan, together with an additional provision of £1.6 million for minor flood works.
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More good news for Highland amphibians
Published on 11 Dec 2015A recent study by Scottish Natural Heritage and The Highland Council has found that the ponds in the A96 corridor between Inverness and Nairn are very healthy and supporting a wide variety of wildlife.
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Highland Planning Policies to be Refreshed
Published on 7 Dec 2015Consultation Extended for the Highland-Wide Local Development Plan - Main Issues Report & Onshore Wind Energy Guidance
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Consultation on future direction for Cairngorm and Glenmore gets underway
Published on 2 Dec 2015A major consultation on the future management of one of Scotland’s most iconic locations is now underway.
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Your chance to learn traditional slate building techniques at free Ballachulish training workshop
Published on 23 Nov 2015People interested in learning about slate building techniques are being invited to attend a free two-day course in Ballachulish at the beginning of December.
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Success at Planning Awards
Published on 17 Nov 2015The Highland Council has been awarded commendations in three different categories at this year’s Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning, which were held last week in Edinburgh.
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River Ness Flood Alleviation Scheme receives national award
Published on 10 Nov 2015The River Ness Flood Alleviation Scheme has received a commendation at a national engineering award ceremony.
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Adoption of Muirtown and South Kessock Development Brief
Published on 4 Nov 2015A Development Brief for the Muirtown and South Kessock area of Inverness was formally adopted today (Wed 4 Nov) by The Highland Council’s Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee.
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Committee allocates capital funding for iconic Isle of Skye site
Published on 4 Nov 2015At today’s (Wednesday 4 November) Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee, members gave their support to a project aimed at improving the visitor experience at the popular location of the Old Man of Storr site on the Isle of Skye which attracts people from all over the world.
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Important step closer for CaSPlan
Published on 4 Nov 2015The Highland Council today (Wednesday 4 November) took a major step in agreeing a future vision and strategy for development of the Caithness and Sutherland area over the next 20 years with councillors’ approval of the Caithness and Sutherland Proposed Local Development Plan (CaSPlan).
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Approval for significant programme of capital investment
Published on 4 Nov 2015The Highland Council’s Planning, Development & Infrastructure Committee has today (Wed 4 Nov) approved nearly £8 million of capital investment in Town and Countryside regeneration projects throughout Highland over the next nine years.
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Works to conserve the historic Ballachulish Slate Arch get underway
Published on 21 Oct 2015As part of an exciting project to conserve and interpret Ballachulish’s historic slate arch, structural conservation works will shortly be commencing on site.
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Former Fort William school building receives £270k grant for repairs
Published on 19 Oct 2015Old Achintore School to be reused as civic centre and council offices
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Views sought on Highland Planning Policies through new consultation portal
Published on 19 Oct 2015Consultations commence on a review of the Highland-Wide Local Development Plan, Onshore Wind Energy Guidance and the Local Housing Strategy
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Work on new link road for Dingwall starts next week
Published on 13 Oct 2015Work on the first stage of the Kinnairdie Link Road Scheme in Dingwall will begin on Monday when contractor, Pat Munro (Alness) Ltd will be on site to carry out improvements to the junction of the A862 Newton Road and the A834 Burn Place near to the Council Offices.
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Smithton & Culloden Flood Alleviation Scheme – Phase 4 Ground Investigation
Published on 13 Oct 2015Works start on Monday (19 October) on Phase 4 Ground Investigation for the Flood Protection Scheme in Smithton and Culloden, Inverness.
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Green light for regeneration of Academy Street in Inverness
Published on 24 Sep 2015Following the announcement that the Townscape Heritage project has been successful in securing Heritage Lottery Funding, the groups behind the bid are all looking forward to seeing new life been brought back to Academy Street in Inverness.
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Regional Sports Facility to be designed and costed
Published on 3 Sep 2015Highland Council has agreed funding of up to £150,000 to develop detailed designs and costings for a Regional Sports Facility.
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UK Government approves £3m funding for City/Region Deal projects
Published on 25 Aug 2015Projects worth £3million have been approved by the UK Government as an initial allocation of City-Region Deal funding.
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Process to review Highland-wide Local Development Plan begins
Published on 20 Aug 2015The first formal stage in reviewing the Highland-wide Local Development Plan (HwLDP) was approved yesterday by members of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee providing the go-ahead for a Main Issues Report to go out for public consultation.
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2015 Highland Doors Open Days programme launched
Published on 17 Aug 2015The Highland Doors Open Days programme for 2015 has been launched, with a total of 47 North buildings – new and old – opening their doors in September this year to allow the public to see inside them and find out about their stories.
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Initial results look good for Inverness SuDS Project
Published on 10 Aug 2015Highland Council graduate research assistant Marcia Rae has been investigating the presence of amphibians in Inverness Sustainable Urban Drainage (SuDS) ponds and now that the survey period (March- July) is over the initial results are looking good.
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Highland Council welcomes approval of West Link footpath orders
Published on 10 Aug 2015The Highland Council has received confirmation today, that the first of two statutory processes for the West Link Road are now complete.
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Dingwall Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme–Last Call for Applications
Published on 28 Jul 2015The last and final call for CARS grant assistance in Dingwall High Street is the 30th of September 2015.
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Negotiations underway to find new buyer for Grantown-on-Spey smokehouse
Published on 24 Jul 2015Highland Council Leader Margaret Davidson reported back following a useful meeting yesterday with Local MSP Fergus Ewing, Youngs Seafood and other stakeholders.
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Have your say on Pilot Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters Marine Spatial Plan
Published on 15 Jun 2015A consultation is being launched on a plan that will be used to guide development activity in the Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters.
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Renewables award for young Highland Council engineer
Published on 5 Jun 2015Inverness-based Highland Council Engineer, Jackie Sayer has won the Judges Award at the prestigious Scottish Renewables Young Professionals Award ceremony.
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Area Committee gives steer as work on finalising CaSPlan continues
Published on 27 May 2015Following the latest round of consultation on the Main Issues Report for the Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan, yesterday (Tuesday 26 May) members of the Area Committee were presented with a summary of matters raised by members of the public and gave their feedback on a number of issues.
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Public to have their say on Pilot Pentland Firth and Orkney Waters Marine Spatial Plan
Published on 27 May 2015In partnership with Orkney Islands Council and Marine Scotland, The Highland Council has been working on the preparation of a marine spatial plan that will support the economic development in the Pentland Firth. Members of the public will soon have the opportunity to give their feedback on the draft plan.
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Access to ancient cave restored
Published on 26 May 2015Steps from Rosemarkie beach to the old ‘High’ path – a popular walks that leads to Caird’s Cave have been restored by The Highland Council’s Access Team.
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Would you like to open your doors this year?
Published on 11 May 2015People with interesting buildings in The Highland Council area which are not normally open to the public are being invited to open them up for a day as part of the popular Highland Doors Open Days programme which will take place on weekends in September this year.
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Chance still to give Council your views on planning for wind energy
Published on 28 Apr 2015The deadline for members of the public to share their views on The Highland Council’s new Onshore Wind Energy Supplementary Guidance Consultation Paper is Friday 22 May.
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Council submits planning application for Canal Parks Enhancement Project
Published on 13 Apr 2015The Highland Council is to submit a detailed planning application tomorrow (Tuesday 14 April) for the Canal Parks Enhancement Project, as part of plans for enhanced sports facilities in the city, made possible with the building of the Inverness West Link.
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The Highland Housing Alliance announces 48 NHT homes for Westercraigs
Published on 1 Apr 2015The Highland Housing Alliance (HHA) has completed the first 12 homes of a 48 house National Housing Trust (NHT) development in Westercraigs near Inverness.
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Public meeting for B851 Sockich Bends road improvements
Published on 30 Mar 2015The Highland Council is holding a public meeting on Thursday 2 April to discuss the on-going project of improvements to the B851 road at Sockich Bends.
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New old look for Dingwall business as piece of High Street history is restored
Published on 25 Mar 2015With assistance of a grant from Historic Scotland, the Mackintosh Brothers have transformed their Dingwall newsagent’s premises back to its former Victorian glory and the recent work is attracting very favourable comments from the local community.
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Council consults on Inverness Conservation Areas
Published on 25 Mar 2015The Highland Council have launched two public consultations inviting the public to comment on key conservation area designation and policy within the Inverness area.
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Still time to comment on flood prevention proposals
Published on 25 Mar 2015There was a good turn out to the recent public exhibition outlining the Phase 4 proposals for flood protection measures in Smithton and Culloden and the Council is reminding members of the public that there is still time for them to pass on their comments.
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Council urge suggestions for future planning of the West Highland and Islands as Call for Sites and Ideas process nears deadline
Published on 19 Mar 2015Council urge suggestions for future planning of the West Highland and Islands as Call for Sites and Ideas process nears deadline
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Objections to West Link CPO resolved
Published on 19 Mar 2015The Highland Council understands that all four objectors to the Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) for the West Link project have now informed the Directorate of Planning and Environmental Appeals (DPEA) that they have withdrawn, which is a significant milestone towards confirmation of the CPO.
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Landmark City-Region Deal gets go-ahead
Published on 18 Mar 2015The Highland Council have joined with Highlands and Islands Enterprise, HITRANS, and the University of the Highlands and Islands to welcome the support announced today during the budget by making funding available to the Highlands for 2015-16 to deliver a City Deal for Inverness and the wider region.
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Council consulting on its Onshore Wind Energy Guidance
Published on 16 Mar 2015Members of the public are being invited to take part in a consultation on the Council’s Onshore Wind Energy Supplementary Guidance which, when approved, will be used in the consideration of planning applications for wind energy developments in the Highlands.
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Public Consultation on Town Centre Action Plans for Tain, Nairn and Fort William
Published on 16 Mar 2015The Highland Council is consulting on draft Town Centre Action Plans for the towns of Tain, Nairn and Fort William following consultation events held during April and May 2014.
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Council seeks views on new sites and issues suggested for CaSPlan
Published on 16 Mar 2015The Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan Main Issues Report (CaSPlan MIR) was published in October 2014 as a discussion document that set out initial ideas for what the plan needs to achieve for people and places in the area and the Council’s initial preferences for where new development might be located.
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Public invited to have their say on next phase of Smithton and Culloden Flood Alleviation Scheme
Published on 4 Mar 2015The Highland Council is launching a consultation on the proposed measures for Phase 4 of the Smithton and Culloden Flood Alleviation Scheme, giving stakeholders, community groups and the public the chance to get involved in the design process and put forward suggestions.
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Have your say on Muirtown and South Kessock Development Brief
Published on 2 Mar 2015Following a series of public events last year The Highland Council has published details of a new shared vision for the future of the Muirtown and South Kessock areas of Inverness.
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History of city street to be highlighted in public consultation day
Published on 26 Feb 2015Photos, drawings and plans from the Highland Archive Centre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery showing Academy Street in years gone by will be used to highlight the importance the heritage of this part of the city has had and, it is hoped, inspire new creative ideas for regeneration.
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New way of keeping informed on Development Plans for the Highlands
Published on 25 Feb 2015The Highland Council has created a new way of keeping people up-to-date on the preparation of Development Plans in Highland and giving information of how and when people can get involved.
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Ballachulish people invited to get involved with slate quarries history project
Published on 24 Feb 2015People living in Ballachulish and the surrounding area are being invited to become involved in an exciting new local history project to gather the stories of the Ballachulish slate quarries.
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Update - Eastgate Hostel, Inverness
Published on 20 Feb 2015Late yesterday afternoon (Thursday 19 February 2015) notification was received by The Highland Council that the owners of the property 36 - 40 Eastgate Inverness had appointed a contractor to make safe the property in line with the requirements of the dangerous building notice served on them.
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Supporting Sustainable Aquaculture and Marine Protection under spotlight at Council Committee
Published on 19 Feb 2015The importance of supporting environmentally, economically and socially sustainable aquaculture development in the Highlands was under the spotlight at yesterday’s Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee.
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Committee gives support to City regeneration project
Published on 18 Feb 2015At today’s Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee members agreed to allocate £550k from its Capital programme to go towards the Townscape Heritage project that focuses on the regeneration of Academy Street in Inverness.
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New way to view onshore wind activity across the Highlands
Published on 18 Feb 2015The Highland Council has launched a new interactive map on its website showing the location of windfarms and wind turbines in the Highlands.
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Public thanked for their involvement in recent CaSPlan consultation
Published on 16 Feb 2015The consultation on the Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan Main Issues Report (CaSPlan MIR) drew to a close on Friday 6 February 2015 after 14 weeks which saw members of the public take part in a series of drop in sessions and evening workshops held around the plan area.
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Opportunity to shape the future planning of West Highland
Published on 2 Feb 2015A call for people’s suggestions of land use sites and ideas for inclusion within the forthcoming West Highland and Islands Local Development Plan is underway.
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Historic Ballachulish slate arch project gets underway
Published on 29 Jan 2015An exciting project to conserve and interpret Ballachulish’s historic slate arch has been launched this week, thanks to funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund, The Highland Council and Historic Scotland.
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The first phase of a masterplan to regenerate a key site in an historic Highland town is underway, with the demolition of a local landmark.
Published on 29 Jan 2015The Royal Burgh of Dornoch in Sutherland is famous for its sandy beaches, Championship links golf course and 13th Century cathedral.
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New Graduate Intern to investigate the wildlife of Sustainable Urban Drainage Ponds in Inverness
Published on 27 Jan 2015This is an exciting new graduate opportunity funded by The Highland Council and Scottish Natural Heritage for 2015.
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Council submits planning application for Torvean Golf Course Project
Published on 22 Jan 2015HIGHLAND Council is to submit a detailed planning application tomorrow for the new Torvean Golf Course, as part of its project plans for enhanced sports facilities in the city, made possible with the
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Planning event in Brora re-arranged
Published on 19 Jan 2015The planning event to be held in Brora – which was postponed on 12 January due to the impact of poor weather conditions – has been re-arranged.
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Wind Farm planning site visits postponed
Published on 16 Jan 2015The Highland Council has postponed site visits by the South Planning Applications Committee to view the Millennium Wind Farm at at Glenmoriston, and Beinn Mhor Wind Farm at Tomich.
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Consultation event in Brora cancelled
Published on 12 Jan 2015In light of the on-going poor weather conditions and the impact this has had on local communities and travel routes, The Highland Council has decided to cancel the public consultation event that was to be held in Brora Community Centre this evening.
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Still time to comment on CaSPlan Main Issues Report
Published on 5 Jan 2015Communities are being reminded that the consultation on the Caithness and Sutherland Local Development Plan (CaSPlan) Main Issues Report continues, with any comments needing to be received by The Highland Council no later than 12 noon on Thursday 29 January 2015.
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Interim guidance for agricultural and forestry track and private ways
Published on 24 Dec 2014Following changes to the permitted development rights for agricultural and forestry private ways (tracks and paths etc.) on 15 December 2014, The Highland Council has now published interim guidance
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Planning application has been submitted for Inverness Castle North Tower
Published on 23 Dec 2014Highland Council has today submitted a planning application to open up the look-out tower at Inverness Castle as a tourist attraction.
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Positive feedback for Highland Planning Service
Published on 18 Dec 2014Good collaborative workings, a commitment to customer service and above average decision-making timescales were just some of the positive actions flagged up during an annual review of The Highland Council’s Planning Service.
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New changes to agricultural and forestry tracks permitted development rights
Published on 15 Dec 2014Today (Monday 15 December) marks the introduction of revised planning permitted development rights for agricultural and forestry tracks.
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More Sutherland dates for public to have their say
Published on 4 Dec 2014As the first step in producing a new Local Development Plan for Caithness and Sutherland, The Highland Council has published a Main Issues Report which outlines options for the future of the area over the next 20 years. At this crucial early stage, community groups, businesses, public agencies and members of the public are being encouraged to have their say.
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Council commences planning process for Canal Parks sports facilities
Published on 3 Dec 2014The Highland Council has submitted a planning application for enhancements to the Highland Rugby Club, as part of its detailed project plans for sports facilities associated with the West Link.
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Planning events coming to East Sutherland
Published on 26 Nov 2014Public consultation events are continuing, where people living and working in Caithness and Sutherland are being encouraged to help influence a new Local Development Plan for the area, known as CaSPlan.
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Inverness Castle lookout tower could boost tourist income
Published on 17 Nov 2014The Highland Council is leading a feasibility study looking at opening up the look-out tower at Inverness Castle as a tourist attraction.
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Help prepare new development plan for Caithness and Sutherland’s future
Published on 31 Oct 2014A major public consultation has now started to help prepare a new 20 year Local Development Plan for the Caithness and Sutherland area, to be known as CaSPlan.
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Energy innovation award for Council
Published on 8 Sep 2014The Highland Council’s Energy and Sustainability team have won the best innovation prize at the annual Energy North Awards which were held in Inverness last week.
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Highland Council meets with Caol community to discuss new Gaelic school.
Published on 20 Aug 2014The Highland Council Chief Executive, Convener and planning and education colleagues met with Caol Community Council, neighbouring residents and local elected members on Tuesday evening 20 August 2014 to listen to concerns about the building of the games hall at the new Gaelic School.
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Decision on Wind Farm application
Published on 19 Aug 2014Today (Tuesday 19 August 2014) members of The Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee have refused to grant planning permission to RWE Innogy UK Limited for a 20 turbine wind farm at Glen Kyllachy near Tomatin.
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New build council housing nearing completion at Ullapool
Published on 15 Aug 2014There are just a few months to go until fourteen new cottage flats start to be handed over to their new tenants and owners.
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Local rogue builder to appear on BBC How Safe is Your House?
Published on 8 Jul 2014A local Highland builder is to appear in a new BBC rogue trader consumer programme entitled “How Safe is Your House?”
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Wanted – town team spirit
Published on 3 Jun 2014The Highland Council along with the Friends of the Old Fort are inviting willing volunteers to band together to make a difference to their town.
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Community views sought before next round of LEADER funding in Highland
Published on 30 May 2014As part of the preparation for the next LEADER funding round, a series of public meetings across Highland are planned between 16- 27 June this year
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Next meeting of East Ross District Partnership 30 May 2014
Published on 23 May 2014New Chair Alasdair Lawton chairs meeting to discuss East Ross Health Profile.
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Traffic flow through Nairn
Published on 23 May 2014Council assured by Transport Scotland talks on A96 Nairn traffic.
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Turf cutting ceremonies to mark start on two new schools at Fort William.
Published on 21 May 2014To mark the start of construction - Lochaber Highland Councillors and Members of the Council’s Gaelic Implementation Group will be joined by Council officials, and key representatives.
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Community to be consulted on site for Tain school campus
Published on 21 May 2014The views of local communities will be sought over coming weeks by The Highland Council on proposals for a new school campus in Tain to replace the existing Tain Royal Academy, Craighill and Knockbreck Primaries and St Duthus Special School.
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Step forward for Plan that will shape development of Inner Moray Firth for next 20 years
Published on 15 May 2014The new Inner Moray Firth Local Development Plan took a major step forward yesterday (Wednesday 14 May) when members of the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Committee confirmed the Council’s position on issues raised during consultation.
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Public consultation for Inshes and Raigmore
Published on 15 May 2014Committee members have agreed an amended programme of new build housing in the Highlands which will increase the number of Council houses built
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Tain Town Centre Action Plan
Published on 29 Apr 2014The Highland Council is encouraging residents and businesses in Tain to influence the future of their town centre at a public event taking place in the town next week.
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Planning approved for new Inverness Royal Academy
Published on 8 Apr 2014Plans for a new Inverness Royal Academy secondary school were given the go ahead today (Tuesday 8 April 2014) by The Highland Council’s South Planning Applications Committee.
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Council Director to lead Inverness Task Force on city centre future
Published on 3 Apr 2014Stuart Black, The Highland Council’s Director of Development and Infrastructure is to lead a task force of senior Council officials whose aim is to co-ordinate the regeneration of Inverness
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#InvCityFuture – Council encourages participation in Inverness City Centre exhibition
Published on 31 Mar 2014The Highland Council are encouraging people to attend a public exhibition to help prepare a new Action Plan for Inverness city centre.
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Public encouraged to attend exhibition for second phase of River Ness Flood Alleviation Scheme
Published on 19 Mar 2014The Highland Council has awarded a £9.3 million contract to McLaughlin and Harvey Ltd, the company that recently built the new ferry terminal extension at Sconser, Skye.
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Council team take top prize
Published on 14 Mar 2014A team from The Highland Council’s Planning and Development service has come out tops after winning the Strong and Sustainable Communities category in the 2014 COSLA Excellence Awards.
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Kilbeg Village development – Phase 1
Published on 4 Mar 2014Phase 1 of the major new ‘Kilbeg Village Development’, being led by Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture, commenced this week in Sleat.
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Regenerating Inverness City Centre
Published on 24 Feb 2014The Highland Council is delighted to announce that the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has earmarked £1.67m under its Townscape Heritage (TH) programme* to assist in the regeneration of Inverness.
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