(c) Representations (Pages 561-568)
Perth and Kinross Council · 28 September 2026
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4(iv)(c) LRB-2026-22 LRB-2026-22 - 26/00284/FLL - Installation of communication kiosk with integrated defibrillator, land 10 metres north west of 150 High Street, Perth, PH1 5UH Representations
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1 Development Management From: Derek Martin Sent: 10 April 2026 12:31 To: Development Management Subject: Objection to Planning Application 26/00284/FLL – Communication Hub, High Street, Perth Good Afternoon Please see below for our comments on the above planning application. Submitted on behalf of: St John’s Shopping Centre Reference: 26/00284/FLL We would like to formally object to the proposed Communication Hub on Perth High Street. The unit is proposed directly outside the main High Street entrance to St John’s Shopping Centre, which is one of the busiest and most prominent pedestrian access points in the city centre. This is a key gateway, and its openness and visibility are important. The introduction of a large structure in this position would create unnecessary clutter, interrupt key sight lines, and detract from the overall appearance of the entrance. While the application suggests the hub would integrate with the existing streetscape, we do not agree. Due to the prominence of this location, the unit would appear intrusive and out of keeping with the immediate setting, particularly at such a well-used area where clear space and visibility are essential. The proposed public benefits are also limited in this specific location. There is already a publicly accessible Defibrillator immediately outside the St John’s High Street entrance, only a few metres away, making a second unit here unnecessary. In addition, the inclusion of free WiFi and charging facilities is likely to encourage people to remain in the area for extended periods. This part of the High Street already experiences issues with anti-social behaviour, and efforts are ongoing between local businesses and the Council to improve this. The hub risks becoming a focal point for loitering and undermining that progress. Overall, while we recognise the potential benefits of these hubs, this is not an appropriate location for one. We would ask that the application is refused or that a more suitable site is identified elsewhere in the city centre. Regards Derek Martin Centre Manager St John's Shopping Centre
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To: Persephone Beer, Planning Officer From: Sophie Nicol, Senior Archaeologist Tel: Email: Date: 15th April 2026 26/00284/FLL Installation of communication kiosk with integrated defibrillator Land 10 Metres North West Of 150 High Street Perth PH1 5UH Thank you for consulting PKHT on the above application and for the additional information on the foundation design. The location of this board with within the medieval core of Perth, therefore any excavations below 40cm would require monitoring (current street infrastructure). The methodology supplied states this is no more than 15cm depth, as such as long as the application adheres to this specification, we have no further comment to make. Therefore, with respect to archaeology and the planning process, as outlined by NPF4, the proposed development does not raise any significant issues. No archaeological mitigation is required in this instance.
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Comments to the Development Quality Manager on a Planning Application Planning Application ref. 26/00284/FLL Comments provided by Alasdair Kay Transportation Development Officer Service/Section Transportation & Development Contact Details TransportPlanning@pkc.gov.uk Description of Proposal Installation of communication kiosk with integrated defibrillator Address of site Land 10 Metres North West of 150 High Street, Perth, PH1 5UH Comments on the proposal The proposed location of the kiosk may cause walkers/wheelers to have to divert around the kiosk. A wider discussion around the need to safeguard this space for future events (markets, cabins etc.) and associated servicing is required. Further, a wider discussion around the Public Transport Unit’s plans to install totem-style public transport information and advertising screens is required. As such, Transport Planning is not in a position to support this application until a position is taken on the above. Recommended planning condition(s) Recommended informative(s) for applicant Date comments returned 17 April 2026
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The Business, Place and Investment Team (Economic Development) welcome the opportunity to comment on the planning application for the installation of a communication kiosk with an integrated defibrillator and digital advertising display. The Perth City Centre Development and Design Framework (2025) establishes an expectation for high quality, people first public spaces, with a strong emphasis on heritage sensitivity, townscape quality, and the avoidance of unnecessary street clutter. In this context, the proposed advertising display, by reason of its scale, height and visual prominence, would introduce a visually intrusive feature into the streetscape, contributing to additional clutter and detracting from the character and appearance of the city centre. This is contrary to the objectives of the Framework. In addition, the City Centre Improvement Taskforce, led by members of this team, was established in December 2025 and has been allocated £200,000 Council funding to deliver visual improvements to the city centre during spring and summer 2026. A key element of this programme is the decluttering of the High Street, including the removal of structures to open up footways and improve pedestrian movement. This will include the removal of obsolete BT phone boxes on the High Street, the installation of further large structures within the public realm would therefore be in contradiction of the objectives and ongoing work of the Taskforce. While the inclusion of a publicly accessible defibrillator within the installation is acknowledged and supported in principle, it is noted that defibrillators are already available at 10 separate locations within Perth city centre, including a 24/7 access defibrator right next to the proposed site at 152-156 High Street reducing the necessity for additional provision at this site.
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Comments to the Development Management & Building Standards Service Manager on a Planning and/or Listed Building Application Planning Application ref. 26/00284/FLL Comments provided by Jody Blake IHBC Service/Section Conservation Contact Details Description of Proposal Installation of communication kiosk with integrated defibrillator Address of site Land 10m NW of 150 High St Perth PH1 5UH Comments on the proposal The subject application seeks planning permission for a free-standing kiosk approximately 2.6m tall x 1.3m wide with a depth of 900mm including a projecting canopy within the Perth Central Conservation Area. One side of the kiosk would include a telephone and defibrillator whilst the other side would be a digital advertising screen (internal illumination). The proposal also includes what appears to be a 1m2 foundation plate which is inserted below pavement level to support the structure (this is not shown on the proposed plans). NPF4 Policy 7d states that development proposals in or affecting conservation areas will only be supported where the character and appearance of the conservation area and its setting is preserved. The proposed kiosks would create unnecessary streetscape clutter and visual intrusion due to the prominent location in the pedestrianised area of the conservation area. The large digital advert screen would be particularly harmful to the character and appearance of the conservation area. There are already issues with failing paving within the conservation area and statutory undertakers not correctly reinstating designed street elements. Therefore, it is a concern that the pavement would have to be removed to allow the construction of a foundation plate. The proposed installation do not therefore meet requirements to preserve or enhance the conservation area, contrary to NPF4 Policy 7. It should be noted that typical modest defibrillator units and bleed kits in appropriate locations on or close to unlisted buildings in the city centre would likely be supported. This would ensure they are accessible without creating streetscape clutter in the pedestrian area of the conservation area. Date comments returned 23/04/2026