RESIDETNS living in one of Argyll and Bute’s conservation areas or in a listed building are being encouraged to check with the council before going ahead with development. The area has 32 designated conservation areas, from Campbeltown to Tobermory.
Some small-scale plans, such as for a building, shed or boundary wall, will not need planning permission as they will come under ‘permitted development’.
This is unlikely to apply to homes in conservation areas or to listed buildings, and people are reminded that they should get advice before doing any work.
Conservation areas are those that have been given protected status in order to preserve its natural built features, cultural heritage and historic character.
Listed buildings will also need specific consent for any internal or external alterations if they affect the historic fabric of the building.