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Argyll and Bute Council · 19 August 2026
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MINUTES of MEETING of PLANNING, PROTECTIVE SERVICES AND LICENSING COMMITTEE held BY MICROSOFT TEAMS on WEDNESDAY, 19 AUGUST 2026 Present: Councillor Gordon Blair (Chair) Councillor Jan Brown Councillor Kieron Green Councillor Willie Hume Councillor Reeni Kennedy-Boyle Councillor Luna Martin Councillor Peter Wallace Attending: Shona Barton, Governance Manager Peter Bain, Development Manager Sandra Davies, Major Applications Team Leader David Walker, Solicitor Tim Williams, Area Team Leader – Oban, Lorn and the Isles Kirsty Sweeney, Area Team Leader – Bute, Cowal, Helensburgh & Lomond Fiona Scott, Acting Area Team Leader – Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Isles David Moore, Senior Planning Officer Colin Bradley, Planning Officer Steven Gove, Planning Officer Long Ting Yip, Planning Officer Prior to the start of business, the Chair paid tribute to Councillor Dougie Philand who had died following prolonged illness, Councillor Philand had served the Mid Argyll area for 19 years and was latterly Provost of Argyll and Bute and a valued Member of the Planning, Protective Services and Licensing Committee who would be sorely missed. 1. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Daniel Hampsey, Graham Hardie, Fiona Howard, Andrew Kain, Paul Kennedy and Liz McCabe. 2. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST There were no declarations of interest. 3. MINUTES a) The Minute of the Planning, Protective Services and Licensing Committee held on 9 June 2026 was approved as a correct record. b) The Minute of the Planning, Protective Services and Licensing Committee held on 16 June 2026 was approved as a correct record. c) The Minute of the Planning, Protective Services and Licensing Committee held on 17 June 2026 at 10.30 am was approved as a correct record. d) The Minute of the Planning, Protective Services and Licensing Committee held on 17 June 2026 at 2.00 pm was approved as a correct record.
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4. CIVIC GOVERNMENT (SCOTLAND) ACT 1982: TAXI FARE SCALE REVIEW In terms of Section 17 of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982, the Local Authority requires to fix maximum fares and other charges in connection with the hire of taxis operating in their area and to review the scales for taxi fares and other charges on a regular basis. The Committee, at their meeting on 17 June 2026 proposed to increase the maximum fares by 5%. Consideration was given to a report advising that following publication of this proposal one representation was received. Decision The Committee agreed to proceed with the 5% increase as previously proposed at their meeting on 17 June 2026 as detailed in Appendix 2 of the report. (Reference: Report by Executive Director with responsibility for Legal and Regulatory Support dated 19 August 2026, submitted) 5. FABULOUSLY SCOTTISH HOTELS (OBAN) LTD: ERECTION OF HOTEL: CAR PARK, SHORE STREET, OBAN (REF: 21/01584/PP) Prior to his presentation, the Planning Officer advised of a late additional representation received from the Director of the Kelvin Hotel in Oban which raised additional points of objection. He advised that it was the opinion of Officers that all the points raised had been adequately addressed in the report of handling. The Planning Officer then spoke to the terms of this report. The proposal seeks to secure planning permission for the erection of a 30 bedroom hotel at Shore Street, Oban. In terms of the Local Development Plan (LDP2), the site is identified as being within a ‘Settlement Area’ and was located on the edge of the defined town centre of Oban. The site is currently being used as a private car park. It is considered that the proposed development accords with all the relevant policies and principles of National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) and the relevant polices of LDP2 except for one key issue, LDP2 Policy 40 – Vehicle Parking Provision which requires off- street car and vehicle parking for specified categories of development and to be provided in the category of development proposed. Due to the precise nature of the site, the proposal provides for just 15 parking spaces, 4 of which are reserved through a longstanding legal agreement to serve an existing off-site development elsewhere. Given this shortfall, the Council’s roads engineers have objected to the application on the grounds that the requirements of LDP2 Policy 40 have not been met. One of the key national planning policy principles of NPF4 is “To encourage, promote and facilitate developments that prioritise walking, wheeling, cycling and public transport for everyday travel and reduce the need to travel unsustainably.” In support of this, NPF4 Policy 13 (e) states that “Development proposals which are ambitious in terms of low/no car parking will be supported, particularly in urban locations that are well served by sustainable transport modes and where they do not create barriers to access by disabled people.”
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Whilst, in the case of conflict between the National Planning Framework and a Local Development Plan, Section 24 (3) of the Town & Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 states that the most recently adopted Plan (in this case LPD2) should have primacy, Officers consider that the arguments put forward by the developer to accept a much reduced level of off-street parking provision in this instance are acceptable. It was recommended that Members accept the low parking provision aspect of the proposed development as a minor departure to Policy 40 of LDP2 and resolve to grant planning permission subject to the conditions detailed in the report of handling. Decision The Committee agreed to grant planning permission as a minor departure to the Local Development Plan subject to the following conditions and reasons: Standard Time Limit Condition (as defined by Regulation) Standard Condition on Soil Management During Construction Additional Conditions 1. PP - Approved Details & Standard Notes – Non EIA Development The development shall be implemented in accordance with the details specified on the application form dated 30/07/21, supporting information and, the approved drawings listed in the table below unless the prior written approval of the planning authority is obtained for an amendment to the approved details under Section 64 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997. Plan Title. Plan Ref. No. Version Date Received Floor Plans – Scheme Design 1509 05 D 22/09/21 Perspective View, Section – Scheme Design 1509 10 02/08/21 Elevations – Scheme Design 1509 11 02/08/21 Site Plan – Scheme Design 1509 12 B Location Plan 02/08/21 Shore Street Hotel – Daylight & Sunlight Report – 17 PAGES 13/12/21 Reason: For the purpose of clarity, to ensure that the development is implemented in accordance with the approved details. 2. PP - Finishing Materials Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, no development shall commence until samples of materials to be used in the construction of the development hereby approved have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The development shall thereafter be completed using the approved materials or such alternatives as may be agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. Reason: In order to integrate the development into its surroundings.
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3. PP – Sustainable Drainage System Notwithstanding the provisions of Condition 1, the development shall incorporate a surface water drainage system which is consistent with the principles of Sustainable urban Drainage Systems (SuDS) compliant with the guidance set out in CIRIA’s SuDS Manual C753 and sewers for Scotland 4th Edition. The requisite surface water drainage shall be operational prior to the development being brought into use and shall be maintained as such thereafter. Reason: To ensure the provision of an adequate surface water drainage system and to prevent flooding. Note to Applicant Further advice on SuDS can be found in SEPA’s Standing Advice for Small Scale Development – www.sepa.org.uk. 4. PP - Waste Management Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, no development shall commence until a Waste Management Strategy for the development has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The Waste Management Strategy shall include details of how much waste the proposal is expected to generate and how it will be managed including: i. Details of provisions to maximise waste reduction and waste separation at source; ii. Details of measures to minimise the cross-contamination of materials, through appropriate segregation and storage of waste; convenient access for the collection of waste; and recycling and localised waste management facilities. Thereafter the development shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved Waste Management Strategy unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. Reason: In order to comply with the requirements of NPF4 Policy 12. 5. PP - Landscaping and Biodiversity Enhancement Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, no development shall commence until details of the proposed treatment of the soft landscaping areas within the development has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The scheme shall include details of: i. Location, design and materials of proposed walls, fences and gates; ii. Surface treatment of proposed means of access and hardstanding areas; iii. Proposed hard and soft landscape works;
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iv. A biodiversity statement demonstrating how the proposal will contribute to conservation/restoration/enhancement of biodiversity, and how these benefits will be maintained for the lifetime of the development. The development shall not be occupied until such time as the boundary and surface treatment have been completed in accordance with the duly approved scheme. All biodiversity enhancement measures consisting of new or enhanced planting shall be undertaken either in accordance with the approved scheme of implementation or within the next available planting season following the development first being brought into use. All physical biodiversity enhancement measures including those to be incorporated into the fabric of the building shall be implemented before the development is first brought into use. The biodiversity statement should refer to: Developing with Nature guidance | NatureScot as appropriate. Reason: To assist with the integration of the proposal with its surroundings in the interest of amenity, and to comply with the requirements of NPF4 Policy 3. 6. PP – Contaminated Land Unless otherwise agreed in writing and in advance by the Planning Authority, no development shall commence until a scheme has been submitted by the developer (at their expense) to identify and assess potential contamination on site and agreed in writing with the Planning Authority in consultation with the Environmental Health Service. The scheme shall be undertaken by a competent person or persons in accordance with the relevant authoritative guidance including PAN 33 (2000) and BS 10175:2011 or, in the event of these being superseded or supplemented, the most up to date version(s) of any subsequent revision(s) of, and/or supplement(s) to, these documents. This scheme should contain details of proposals to investigate and remediate potential contamination to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority and must include: a) A desk study and development of a conceptual site model including (where necessary) a detailed site investigation strategy. The desk study and the scope and method of recommended further investigations shall be agreed with the Council prior to addressing parts b, c and d of this condition. Should the desk study show the need for further assessment this will be undertaken in the following sequence: b) A detailed investigation of the nature and extent of contamination on site, and assessment of the risk such contamination presents. c) Development and agreement of a remedial strategy (if required) to treat/remove contamination ensuring the site is made suitable for its proposed use (this shall include a method statement, programme of works, and proposed verification plan). d) Submission of a verification report for any agreed remedial actions detailing and evidencing the completion of these works.
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Written confirmation from the Planning Authority that the scheme has been implemented and completed shall be required by the developer before any development hereby approved comments. Where remedial measures are required as part of the development construction detail, commencement must be agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that the potential risks to human health, the water environment, property, and, ecological systems arising from any identified contamination have been adequately addressed. 7. PP - Construction Method Statement Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, no construction work shall commence until a Construction Method Statement, which includes plant details, locations and lifting plans, is submitted to the Planning Authority for approval and agreed in conjunction with Network Rail’s Asset Protection Engineers. Reason: To ensure construction can be carried out without adversely affecting the safety of, or encroaching upon, the operational railway. Note to Applicant Regard should be had to the advisory comments from Network Rail in relation to the proposed development details of which are available to view on the planning application file via the Public Access section of the Council’s website. 8. PP – Piling Works Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, no development shall commence until details of proposed piling works have been submitted to the Planning Authority for approval and agreed in conjunction with Network Rail’s Asset Protection Engineers. Reason: To ensure construction can be carried out without adversely affecting the safety of the operational railway. Note to Applicant Regard should be had to the advisory comments from Network Rail in relation to the proposed development details of which are available to view on the planning application file via the Public Access section of the Council’s website. 9. PP – Vehicle Incursion Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, no development shall commence until an assessment for vehicle incursion has been carried out. Where a potential risk of vehicle incursion is identified the developer shall submit details of the proposed barrier/kerbing to be constructed to the Planning Authority for approval and agreed in conjunction with Network Rail’s Asset Protection Engineers. Reason: To ensure that there is no potential for vehicles to encroach onto the railway should they collide with the boundary fencing.
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Note to Applicant Regard should be had to the advisory comments from Network Rail in relation to the proposed development details of which are available to view on the planning application file via the Public Access section of the Council’s website. 10. PP – Finished Floor Level and Flood Risk Mitigation Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, the finished floor levels for the development shall be set to a minimum of 5.1m AOD with a property floor protection level of 5.4m AOD (by utilising flood resilience and resistance measures). The development hereby approved must also have a safe flood free access / egress on ground that is entirely above 4.56m AOD. Reason: To ensure that the building remains safe and operational during floods and to ensure that there is safe access/egress available from the building during a flood event. Note to Applicant Regard should be had to the consultation comments from JBA Consulting Ltd advisory comments from Network Rail in relation to the proposed development details of which are available to view on the planning application file via the Public Access section of the Council’s website. 11. PP - Timescale to be Agreed for Completion No development shall commence until details of the proposed timescale for completion of the approved development have been submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority. Thereafter, the development shall be implemented in accordance with the duly approved timescale for completion unless an alternative timescale for completion is otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. Reason: In order to comply with the requirements of NPF4 Policy 16F. 12. Parking and Turning as Shown The parking and turning area shall be laid out and surfaced in accordance with the details shown on the approved plans prior to the development first being occupied and shall thereafter be maintained clear of obstruction for the parking and manoeuvring of vehicles. Reason: In the interest of road safety 13. PP - Vehicular Access Notwithstanding the effect of Condition 1, the new proposed vehicular access at the junction with the public road shall be upgraded in accordance with the Council’s Roads
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Standard Detail Drawing SD 08/005a with visibility splays of 2.4 metres to point X by 42 metres to point Y from the centre line of the proposed access. The access shall be surfaced with a bound material in accordance with the stated Standard Detail Drawing. Prior to work starting on site the access hereby approved shall be formed to at least base course standard and the visibility splays shall be cleared of all obstructions 1.05 metres above the access. The final wearing surface on the access shall be completed prior to the dwellinghouse first being occupied and the visibility splays shall be maintained clear of all obstructions thereafter. Reason: In the interests of road safety. Note to Applicant: • A Road Opening Permit under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 must be obtained from the Council’s Roads Engineers prior to the formation/alteration of a junction with the public road. • The access shall be constructed and drained to ensure that no surface water is discharged onto the public road. • No new walls, fences, hedges etc. will be permitted within 2 metres from the channel line of the public road. • Applicant to be responsible for the costs of moving road signs, street lighting columns and pillars as necessary as well as being responsible for the costs incurred due to any required changes in traffic orders including re-lining alterations. (Reference: Report by Head of Development and Economic Growth dated 30 July 2026, submitted) 6. ADVENTURE LANE CIC: CHANGE OF USE AND CONVERSION OF EXISTING CHURCH AND DETACHED REAR HALL TO FORM A FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT ACTIVITY CENTRE INCLUDING ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY LINK EXTENSION AND ASSOCIATED WORKS: TRINITY CHURCH, 26 CASTLE STREET, ROTHESAY, ISLE OF BUTE (25/01690/PP) The Planning Officer spoke to the terms of the report. The application relates to the change of use of a currently vacant church and rear hall (a brownfield site) within Rothesay, the main settlement on the Isle of Bute. This application is before the Committee for consideration due to a recommendation submitted by the Council’s Roads Department that planning permission be refused on the grounds of a lack of parking spaces and the resultant impact of this on road safety, traffic management and parking within Rothesay. It is the Planning Department’s opinion that there are mitigating circumstances such that an approval can be justified as a minor departure to Development Plan policy. It is considered that significant material weight should be afforded to sensitively bringing this important Listed Building back into active use to benefit Rothesay town centre and the wider Isle of Bute. It is preferable to have off-street parking but, given a variety of factors including the relative capacities of the lawful and proposed uses, the provision of an Active Travel Plan, and the proximity to public transport links, it is not considered that absence of off-street parking is a reason for refusal.
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It was recommended that planning permission be granted as minor departure to Local Development Plan 2 subject to the conditions, reasons and informative notes set out in the report of handling. Decision The Committee agreed to grant planning permission as a minor departure to Local Development Plan 2 subject to the following conditions and reasons and to the informative notes contained within the report of handling: Standard Time Limit Condition for Planning Permission (as defined by Regulation) Standard Condition on Soil Management During Construction Additional Conditions 1. Approved Details Unless otherwise directed by any of the conditions below, the development shall be implemented in accordance with the details specified on the application form dated 9th October 2025; supporting information; and the approved drawings listed in the table below unless the prior written approval of the Planning Authority is obtained for an amendment to the approved details under Section 64 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997. Plan Title. Plan Ref. No. Version Date Received Location Plan Drawing No. 1473_001 B 10.10.2025 Existing Block Plan Drawing No. 1473_002 C 17.11.2025 Existing Ground & Intermediate Floor Plans Drawing No. 1473_003 A 10.10.2025 Existing Upper & Bell Tower Floor Plans Drawing No. 1473_004 A 10.10.2025 Existing Sections Drawing No. 1473_005 A 10.10.2025 Existing Church Elevations Drawing No. 1473_006 A 10.10.2025 Existing Church Elevations Drawing No. 1473_007 A 10.10.2025 Existing Church Hall Elevations Drawing No. 1473_008 B 17.11.2025
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Existing Elevations Drawing No. 1473_009 - 10.10.2025 Proposed Block Plan Drawing No. 1473_102 C 17.11.2025 Proposed Ground & Intermediate Floor Plans Drawing No. 1473_103 - 10.10.2025 Proposed Upper & Bell Tower Floor Plans Drawing No. 1473_104 - 10.10.2025 Proposed Sections Drawing No. 1473_105 A 10.10.2025 Proposed Elevations Drawing No. 1473_106 B 17.11.2025 Proposed Elevations Drawing No. 1473_107 A 10.10.2025 Proposed Elevations Drawing No. 1473_108 B 17.11.2025 Proposed Elevations Drawing No. 1473_109 A Door, Window & Louvre Schedule Drawing No. 1473_200 17.11.2025 Detail No.1 of Outdoor Large Play Tower Plan 1 of 6 17.11.2025 Detail No.2 of Outdoor Large Play Tower Plan 2 of 6 17.11.2025 Detail No.1 of Outdoor Toddler Play Tower Plan 3 of 6 17.11.2025 Detail No.2 of Outdoor Toddler Play Tower Plan 4 of 6 17.11.2025 Details of Outdoor Nest Swing Plan 5 of 6 17.11.2025
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Details of Outdoor Seesaw Plan 6 of 6 17.11.2025 Reason: For the purpose of clarity, to ensure that the development is implemented in accordance with the approved details. 2. Active Travel Plan Prior to the coming into use of any part of the development hereby approved, an Active Travel Plan (ATP) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. Unless otherwise agreed with the Planning Authority, the ATP shall incorporate at a minimum the following: i. An introduction with context and development details. ii. A Policy Statement, including any relevant site-specific policies. iii. A site audit and accessibility review. iv. A statement on the intended outcomes, including an identification of the daily capacity of the premises (i.e. maximum number of users). v. A clear management and delivery structure, including the identification of the Travel Plan Co-ordinator. vi. Details of the measures that will be implemented to ensure that the agreed number of daily maximum users will not be exceeded (e.g. the operation of a managed, booking-based system). vii. Details of the initiatives to be used in encouraging more sustainable travel behaviour, including marketing and promotion. viii. An Action Plan with implementation timescales and budget. ix. SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timebound) targets with baseline data, a monitoring and review process and related timescales Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the Active Travel Plan shall be implemented for the lifetime of the development in accordance with the details so approved. Reason: In the interests of ensuring sustainable travel patterns and as part of the justification for the approval of the application as a minor departure from Policy 40 of the Argyll and Bute Local Development Plan 2. 3. Bicycle Storage A facility for the storage of cycles, the details of which shall have been previously submitted to and agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, shall be provided within the application site prior to the development hereby approved being brought into use.
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Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the approved cycle storage shall be retained in perpetuity for this dedicated purpose. Reason: In the interests of facilitating the use of cycles by the patrons of the building hereby approved in accordance with the provisions of National Planning Framework 4 Policy 13 ‘Sustainable Transport’. 4. External Lighting Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, all external lighting on the application site shall be operated, positioned and angled in compliance with the Scottish Government Guidance Note “Controlling Light Pollution and Reducing Lighting Energy Consumption” (March 2007). Reason: In order to protect the amenity of the immediate area from the creation of nuisance due to light pollution and to support the reduction of energy consumption. 5. Arrangements for the Storage and Collection of Waste Prior to the commencement of the development, details of the proposed arrangements for the storage and collection of waste shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The arrangements shall be implemented in accordance with the approved requirements prior to the development being brought into use and shall thereafter be retained in perpetuity unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Planning Authority. Reason: In order to accord with the principles of sustainable waste management within NPF4 Policy 12 and LDP2 Policy 63. 6. Surface Water Drainage / Porous Hardstanding Notwithstanding the details shown on the approved plans, all areas of hardstanding, including paths and patios, shall be constructed using porous materials or otherwise designed to permit the direct infiltration of surface water to the ground. Details of the proposed hardstanding materials and construction shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority prior to their installation. The approved scheme shall thereafter be implemented in full and retained for the lifetime of the development. Reason: To reduce surface water runoff and minimise the risk of flooding in the interests of sustainable drainage and flood risk management. (Reference: Report by Head of Development and Economic Growth dated 4 August 2026, submitted) 7. MR S ISLAM: CHANGE OF USE OF GROUND FLOOR RETAIL UNIT TO CAFÉ/RESTAURANT AND TWO SHORT TERM HOLIDAY LETS ALONG WITH THE EXTERNAL COLOUR CHANGE: ZINC ORGANICS (THE REST), THE OLD POST OFFICE BUILDING, CAMPBELTOWN ROAD, TARBERT (REF: 26/00047/PP) The Planning Officer spoke to the terms of the report. In terms of the adopted Argyll and Bute Local Development Plan 2 (LDP2), the application site is located within the Settlement Area of Tarbert. There is no existing on-site parking associated with the site
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with the current proposal not altering the current situation. Area Roads were consulted on the proposal and have recommended that the application be refused. Considering the particular circumstances of this case and the wider planning considerations, Planning Officers deem it reasonable to accept reliance on nearby public parking facilities to serve the proposed development. While the introduction of two Short-term Let units could be deemed to represent an intensification of use at the site, the availability of public transport services, active and sustainable travel options, together with the relatively small parking shortfall of two spaces, leads Officers to conclude that the proposal would not give rise to such clear and demonstrable harm as to warrant refusal of planning permission. Representations of support were received from local Ward Councillors Alastair Redman and Anne Horn, with a further 11 public representations received, 9 in support and 2 objecting. It was recommended that planning permission be granted as a minor departure to Development Plan Policy subject to the conditions, reasons and advisory notes appended to the report of handling. Decision The Committee agreed to grant planning permission as a minor departure to Development Plan Policy subject to the following conditions, reasons and advisory notes: Standard Time Limit Condition (as defined by Regulation) Standard Condition on Soil Management During Construction Additional Conditions 1. PP - Approved Details & Standard Notes – Non EIA Development The development shall be implemented in accordance with the details specified on the application form dated 11.01.2026, supporting information and, the approved drawings listed in the table below unless the prior written approval of the planning authority is obtained for an amendment to the approved details under Section 64 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997. Plan Title. Plan Ref. No. Version Date Received Location and Site Plan 528/01 A 13.03.2026 Existing and Proposed Floor Plans and Elevations 528/05 B 26.02.2026 Details of New Doors 528/07 26.02.2026 Design and Access Statement – 2 Pages (4 & 5 of 5) 12.01.2026 Reason: For the purpose of clarity, to ensure that the development is implemented in accordance with the approved details.
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2. PP - Short Term Residential Accommodation (e.g. Holiday Letting) Notwithstanding the provisions of Class 9 of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1997 the residential accommodation hereby approved shall be used for short term holiday occupancy only and not as a main residence and shall not be occupied by any family, group or individual for a cumulative period of more than three calendar months in any one year. A register showing dates of arrivals and departures shall be maintained at the premises and shall be available at all reasonable times for inspection by the Planning Authority. Reason: In order to define the permitted occupancy having regard to the fact that the premises are unsuitable for occupation as a permanent dwelling due to ^IN; having regard to the relevant provisions of the Development Plan. Note to Applicant: For the avoidance of doubt this permission only provides for the occupation of the premises on a short term basis on the grounds that the development is unsuited to full time residential occupation. Specifically the occupation of the premises as a dwelling shall require the benefit of a separate planning permission. 3. PP – Bicycle Storage Further Details Required Notwithstanding the provisions of Condition 1, prior to the development hereby approved being brought into use, full details of the layout of a bicycle storage area within the application site shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the approved cycle storage shall be retained in perpetuity for this dedicated purpose. Reason: In the interests of facilitating the use of cycles by the patrons of the building hereby approved in accordance with the provisions of National Planning Framework 4 Policy 13 ‘Sustainable Transport’. 4. PP – Ventilation and Extraction to Control Odour Notwithstanding the provisions of Condition 1, no development shall commence until a scheme for the control of odour arising from the operation of the permitted use has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The scheme shall comprise a detailed specification of a) the cooking odour extraction system; b) measures to control odour emissions; and c) measures to control noise emissions from any extraction or ventilation system and noise output from any fans. The permitted use shall not be commenced until the duly approved ventilation, extraction and odour control system is operational and thereafter it shall be maintained in accordance with the manufacturers instruction unless it is replaced by an alternative system with the prior written consent of the Planning Authority. Reason: In order to protect the amenity of the area in terms of noise and odour nuisance.
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Note to Applicant: Site specific advice may be obtained by contacting the Council’s Environmental Health Officers. (Reference: Report by Head of Development and Economic Growth dated 30 July 2026, submitted) 8. LADYFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARK LTD: PROPOSAL OF APPLICATION NOTICE FOR THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF APPROXIMATELY 3.2KM OF UNDERGROUND ELECTRICAL AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLING AND ASSOCIATED TEMPORARY WORKS REQUIRED TO CONNECT THE LADYFIELD RENEWABLE ENERGY PARK TO THE SSENT CREAG DHUBH SUBSTATION: LAND BETWEEN LADYFIELD ENERGY PARK AND CREAG DHUBH SUBSTATION APPROXIMATELY 8KM NORTH OF INVERARAY (REF: 26/00986/PAN) The Senior Planning Officer spoke to the terms of the report. The site comprises a linear area of land between the boundary of the Ladyfield Energy Park site and the Creag Dhubh substation. The underground cable will generally follow the line of the A819 and then branch off to the northwest at an appropriate point to connect to the substation. The intention of the Applicant is to run the cable as close to the line of the road as possible. Land uses along the route include public highway infrastructure associated with the A819, commercial forestry and areas of rough grazing. The site lies within a sparsely populated area with limited residential receptors, with the nearest being North Tullich, approximately 500m from the proposed development. The northern section of the site lies within the North Argyll Area of Panoramic Quality while a portion along the A819 corridor is situated adjacent to the Glen Etive and Glen Fyne Special Protection Area (SPA) to the east. The report sets out the information submitted to date as part of the Proposal of Application Notice (PAN) and summarises the policy considerations, against which any future planning application will be considered as well as potential material considerations and key issues based upon the information received to date. It was recommended that Members note the content of the report and submissions and provide such feedback as they consider appropriate in respect of the PAN to allow these matters to be considered by the Applicant in finalising any future planning application submission. Decision The Committee noted the content of the report. (Reference: Report by Head of Development and Economic Growth dated 28 July 2026, submitted)