An exclusive report in The Press and Journal sparked claims that local authority higher-ups had worked "hand in glove" with coach firms to push the measures through.
Isla went missing back in July near Stonehaven.
Police say an investigation has been launched to "establish the full circumstances".
NHS Grampian chief executive Adam Coldwells claimed the drastic action was needed to enable the health board to "move quickly through a very challenging period of time".
It comes following a long-running wrangle over plans to buy the land next door.
The photograph taken from a property in Cromdale has sparked debate.
'Local access only' as the upgrade gets under way at the popular tourist spot.
Tony Ashton, 82, has been wearing jumpers and hats to bed.
Four fire crews and a senior fire officer have been battling the blaze since just after 4pm.
