Work begins on creating new discount supermarket in Aberdeen
Work has begun on transforming a former Aberdeen electrical shop into a supermarket, after unpopular plans to convert it into student accommodation were ditched.
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Concerns over traffic impact of Ellon cemetery proposals
A community group has raised concerns that a proposed new cemetery could cause dangerous traffic build-up on a north-east road.
Public missing voice in Highland town plans
A senior council officer has said he would “hate to think” people didn’t feel included in plans for Fort William 2040, after community leaders said too few voices will be heard in planning process.
People power pays off as developer spares Aberdeen playpark from wrecking ball
Developers behind a proposed housing scheme in Aberdeen have dropped plans to pave over a popular playpark following a backlash from locals.
Fourteen Aberdeen playparks to be spruced up in coming months
More than a dozen Aberdeen playparks will be spruced up in the coming months after being awarded a share of £500,000.
Peterhead dental surgery wins appeal to extend practice
A north-east dental practice will be allowed to undergo a major expansion after the intervention of the Scottish Government.
Owners of north-east quarry forced to cease excavation due to concerns over road safety
The owners of a north-east quarry will have to scrap operations permanently, infastructure bosses have ruled.
Proposals for new north-east abattoir in balance due to planning conditions
Proposals for a new abattoir at the north-east’s largest mart hang in the balance due to planning conditions, a developer has claimed.
238 affordable homes planned for Badenoch and Strathspey
A total of 238 affordable homes are planned for the Badenoch and Strathspey over the next five years.
Supermarket building in Fraserburgh could be flattened for new church
A derelict supermarket could be razed to the ground to make way for a new church.
Controversial proposed Dyce development will attract key workers, says developer
A developer has said his controversial housing scheme could help bring teachers and nurses to Aberdeen if it is approved.
Public hearing suggested after plan for 300 council flats in Dyce met with hundreds of objections
Council planners have recommended a public hearing is held over plans for a new council estate development in Aberdeen after hundreds of objections.
Highland Council approves plans for holiday letting cabin on shores of Black Isle village
Plans for a holiday letting cabin on the shores of a Black Isle village have been approved by Highland Council, despite some locals’ fears that it could impact on the otter population and a popular fishing pier.
Pre-application proposals for Black Isle housing developments noted with minimal discussion
Pre-application proposals for two Black Isle housing developments were noted with minimal discussion at Highland Council’s north applications planning committee yesterday.
Plans approved for housing development in Durness former village hall car park
Plans for a small housing development in a former village hall car park in Durness have been approved by Highland councillors, despite objectors’ fears that the loss of parking would affect business and tourism.
Former planning chiefs call for Union Square expansion to be stopped
Former council planning chiefs have called for the expansion of Union Square to be axed to prevent Aberdeen’s historic heart becoming “a wasteland”.
Former Aberdeen restaurant will roar into life as 1920s-themed bar
A former Aberdeen restaurant is set to be reborn as a 1920s-themed “prohibition era” drinking spot - despite objections from the police and NHS.
Campaigners meet council chiefs over Victoria Road School’s future
Campaigners fighting to save an historic Aberdeen school have met with senior council bosses to state their case.
Councillors give seal of approval to plans for major 500-home expansion near Mintlaw
Councillors have approved plans for the major expansion of a north-east village.
VIDEO: Protesters plead for council to reject Rubislaw Quarry housing plans
Placard-waving protesters last night launched a last-ditch appeal for councillors to reject plans for a housing development at Rubislaw Quarry.
Ambitious vision unveiled for Nairn Links
Ambitious plans for one of Nairn’s most popular districts will go to public consultation after being considered by local councillors yesterday.
Quarry plans backed despite ‘frightening’ road prospects
Controversial plans for a quarry have been backed by councillors, despite road safety concerns.
Nairn housing plans to go to site visit
A community request for a pre-determination hearing for a proposed Nairn housing development got the cold shoulder from Highland councillors yesterday.
Application withdrawn to begin work on Provost Skene’s House
Council chiefs have withdrawn an application to begin work on the historic Provost Skene’s House.
Decision on new Inverurie homes deferred
A decision on scores of new houses for Inverurie has been deferred.
Highland councillors approve plans for redevelopment of former Farmfoods store in Inverness
A run-down corner block in central Inverness is set for redevelopment into a modern retail and residential building.
Council formally approves Aberdeen FC’s Kingsford planning application
Aberdeen Football Club has been granted official planning permission to build the £50 million Kingsford stadium and training complex.
Lighting ‘fins’ to be erected around Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Lighting ‘fins’ are to be erected around the Inverness Museum and Gallery (IMAG) site and beyond to provide artistic wayfinders for visitors.
War memorial lion could be left in the dark due to ‘bizarre’ planning dispute
A concerned councillor fears the Aberdeen City War Memorial could be left in the dark for months due to a “bizarre” planning wrangle.
Braemar holiday cottage told to rip out four-year-old windows and front door
The owners of a Braemar business have told to rip out their four-year-old windows and front door after falling foul of conservation regulations.
Planners narrowly back proposals for hundreds of homes on Mearns estate
Planners have narrowly backed the controversial transformation of a country estate into houses, a tourist attraction and equestrian centre.
Frustration as Culloden homes plan is passed
Last night, as the decision stood - at least for now - objectors and even some who supported the vote spoke of their frustration with the process.