Planning permission in Scotland is changing.   Will this bring us more into line with the English proposals?  Only time will tell.    What we do know is that there are more things that homeowners can now do without having to apply for planning permission, but only if they are not within the scope of a conservation order.

The rules changed on the 6th February 2012, and the changes do away with the need for planning permission for some extensions and building changes.

It is not all plain sailing though as there will be certain conditions to meet, but it will make building some extensons and alterations easier to carry out.

Ensure you contact your local planning department BEFORE you begin any work, or you may just find yourself in a spot of hot water.