ARGYLL and Bute Council is reminding potential builders to check whether their project needs permission from the local authority.
Many small-scale developments may not need planning permission, which can save people time and money.
Under ‘permitted development’, some work can go ahead without the need to apply to the council. Full details can be found on the planning pages of the council website, which have been upgraded to provide a one-stop-shop for planning and building advice and services. There are a number of types of alterations or extensions covered by permitted development. Examples include building a boundary wall garden shed, porch, putting up solar panels and certain garden structures, all subject to certain sizes and height restrictions.