Welcome to ePlanning.scot

 

The ePlanning.scot portal is part of the the Scottish Government's eDevelopment.scot service.

 

Want to find out more about Scotland's Planning system?

Why not check out the Scottish Planning Customer Journey or visit mygov.scot for a quick overview of the process or read about Scotland's Planning process.


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LATEST NEWS: 

 

NEW - Planning fees in Scotland have changed - 9th June 2025 

Planning fees in Scotland have changed and now apply for any planning application, appeal, or request for local review submitted after 9th June 2025. Our Fee Calculator sets out the new fee structure. 

 

IMPORTANT - Applying for Prior Notification and Prior Approval Form? 

Users wishing to make applications for Prior Notification or Prior Approval for free standing domestic wind turbines (Class 6G), alterations to and replacement of windows in conservation areas in certain circumstances (Class 7A), solar canopies and related battery storage (Class 9M), Peatland Restoration projects (under class 20A), the Conversion of Existing Agricultural / Forestry Buildings to Residential or Commercial Use (under Class 18B, 18C, 22A or 22B), or the erection of buildings solely for the protection of plant or machinery on operational land used for electricity undertakings permitted (under Class 40) CANNOT apply via the ePlanning site. 

Users wanting to apply for these MUST use the new Prior Notification and Prior Approval application (September 2024) in pdf format and follow the updated Guidance for making a Prior Notification and Prior Approval. They SHOULD complete this form and submit it directly to their Planning Authority rather than filling out the online form on the ePlanning site.

 

HELP - Are you struggling to get started? 

Don't worry. Our Scottish Planning Customer Journey sets out a quick overview of Scotland's Planning process and can help you to get started.

There is also help available across the site by accessing our Support Tab (in the top right-hand corner) or by clicking on the "Need Help" logos (as shown below).


Start an application

You must be signed in to start an application.

Once signed in:

  1. Go to My Proposals on the sidebar menu.
  2. Select New Proposal.
  3. Fill in the online form. You can save your progress and return to it before submitting.

Find the right form

The planning forms you'll need to submit will depend on your development. 

Use the Which Form? Wizard to find the right form.

Estimate your application fee

Most planning applications require a fee. The amount depends on the type and scale of your development.

Use the fee calculator to get an estimated fee

Other ways to apply

You can apply using paper forms. This can take longer to process than an online application. Some planning authorities may charge you an extra administration fee for them.

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Help and support

Our support page has:

  • guidance on using the site
  • links to information about planning rules in Scotland
  • contact details for local planning authorities

Visit our support page.

News and updates

Includes updates on live service issues.

Planning fee change

Planning fees changed on 9 June.

Use the fee calculator to get an estimated fee.