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Hours to complete 2.00
No of pages 10
Published May 2008
See more in Development planning
Author Ian Bremner
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Draft Scottish Development Planning Regulations 2007

Purpose

This knowledge builder provides an introduction to the consultation draft regulations on development planning (published in October 2007) which will implement parts of the Planning etc. (Scotland) Act 2006. The 2006 Act provides a new statutory basis for development planning in Scotland and introduces strategic and local development plans (SDPs and LDPs) to replace current structure and local plans.

Benefits

This module will be keep its audience up-to-date on changes to the development planning regime in Scotland introduced by the Planning etc. (Scotland) Act 2006 and associated regulations.

Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A useful guide to the development of planning regulations in Scotland due to come into effect in October 2008. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading and web site links are provided for those who wish to become an expert on the subject. Includes a voluntary self-assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

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