Reducing Carbon Emissions in New Development September 2008

Contributing at least an extra 15% reduction in CO2 emissions beyond the 2007 Buidling Regulations Carbon Dioxide Emissions Standard

Status: Although not itself part of the statutory plan, the interim planning policy and guidance note provides the interpretation of Policy SPENG5 in the light of national guidance issued by the Scottish Government in SPP6. It is the latest statement of Council Policy and is therefore a material consideration for all applications proposing developement where the cumulative total of floor space exceeds 500sq.m.

Alteration to Policy LPHOU4 : General and Zone Requirements for All New Dwellinghouses September 2006

Alterations made to Local Plan Policy LPHOU4 which explains the requirements required in all zones for new houses, conversions of a building or bringing a building back into use where it has been abandoned.

Status: The latest statement of Council Policy in respect of dwellinghouses and therefore a material consideration for all applications.

Domestic & Community Aerogenerators and Solar Energy November 2004

The Council's adopted interim policy on domestic/community aerogenerators and solar energy.

Status: The latest statement of Council Policy in respect of domestic and community aerogenerators and solar energy and therefore a material consideration for all applications proposing developments of this type.