Planning and the Environment

We are committed to harnessing development opportunities, improving the economic well being of Argyll and Bute and ensuring development takes place in a sustainable manner. This section also contains information regarding the environment in general and environmental health issues, such as Food Safety, Health and Safety at Work and Public Health Issues.
Planning
Development Management
The Development Management team regulate the development and use of land. This mainly involves the processing of planning applications, monitoring of development as it takes place and issuing enforcement actions where necessary. Click here to find out more about the planning process in Argyll & Bute..........

Planning
Planning and Building Standards Application Information
View information on Planning and Building Standards Applications

Localview
LocalView
Welcome to our LocalView online mapping system. LocalView helps you to easily find properties, council services and information.

Environment
Environment
This section covers issues such as Agriculture, Air Quality, Animals, Environmental Health, Marine and Coastal Development, Invasive Weeds, Outdoor Access, Recycling, Kerbside Recycling, Renewable Energy and Refuse and Rubbish Collections, Burials and Crematoria


Environment
Rubbish and Recycling
Information on Refuse Collection Services and recycling

Planning
Planning - Advice and Guidance (The Argyll and Bute Design Guide)
We are delighted to announce the launch of the new Sustainable Design Guidance for all new housing development taking place within Argyll and Bute. This Guide provides information and guidance on good quality, sustainable and contemporary building design and where appropriate innovative solution, suited to the distinctive landscapes, towns and villages of Argyll and Bute.

Planning
Development Projects
This team aim to develop and implement projects and initiatives that promote the sustainable development of Argyll & Bute's economy. Click here to find out more.....


Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about using Argyll and Bute's Planning Services

Planning
Planning Services Handbook
A guide to Planning Services and what they can offer you in Argyll and Bute

Planning
Building Standards
Building Standards ensure the safety, health and welfare of people in and around buildings. This largely involves processing building warrants and completion certificates. If you are thinking of carrying out building works, click here for more information on the building warrant process............

Planning
Development Policy
The Development Policy team deals with the Strategic Structure Plan and the detailed Local Plan for Argyll & Bute. Click here to find out more ...............

Environment
Agriculture
Argyll and Bute Council plays an active role in the development and support of the Agriculture industry in Argyll.

Environment
Environmental Health
The Environmental Health Service deals with issues that affect the quality of everyday life. They cover areas such as Food Safety, Public Health, Health and Safety at Work, Pollution and Public Health and Housing.

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