Comhairle nan Eilean Siar PRESS RELEASE 25 May 2000 For Use: Immediately

The Scottish Parliament has authorised an increase in planning fees of around 10%. The increase will come into effect on Thursday 1 June 2000.

Extensions to houses will be charged £105 and new houses £210. Prior Notifications for agricultural buildings will be charged £40.

Anyone in doubt about what fees to pay is advised to contact the Comhairle's planning officers in the Environmental Services Department of the Comhairle.

A spokesperson for the Comhairle said:

"It is always a good idea to contact planning officers to discuss any proposals to develop land or buildings as early as possible before submitting an application. This can help in making sure that applications are dealt with as quickly and effectively as possible".

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Issued by Nigel Scott
Communications Officer