Welcome to eDevelopment.scot


 

What is the eDevelopment Service? 

eDevelopment is the Scottish service that enables users to apply online for Planning Permission, Building Warrants, Appeals, and a range of other forms, to their Local and Planning Authority. It is managed by the Scottish Government in partnership with all Scottish Local and Planning Authorities.

For more information, why not check out What is eDevelopment? designed to assist newcomers to the service and to Scotland's Planning and Building Standards sectors. 

 

Need help getting started?

Just go to our Support Tab link in the top right hand corner of the site to find helpful information, user guides, and guidance.

If you need further help you can also click on the "Need Help?" icons on pages across the site, or request assistance from our Support Desk team.


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LATEST NEWS:

 

NEW - Planning fees in Scotland are changing on 9th June 2025 

Regulations for changes to planning fees have been laid in Parliament and it is anticipated that these will come into force, subject to Parliamentary Procedure, on 9 June 2025. Once adopted, this would include changes to application fees and the introduction of fees for Requests for Review of Application by Planning Authorities and Planning Appeals submitted to Scottish Ministers. More information on these changes can be found here. 

We are working on updating the ePlanning service to (1) reflect the changes to application and consent fees, (2) reflect the introduction of fees for Local Review requests and appeals, and (3) enable those submitting a Local Review request or appeal to be able to pay for these online. We will be issuing further information as this work progresses. 

 

IMPORTANT - Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority are now accepting Online Payments - April 2025

Following a recent release, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park Authority have enabled online payments using the NEW Scottish Government Payment Service. This allows users to make payments for planning applications to the Park Authority using Credit or Debit card, and ApplePay or GooglePay. If you experience any issues with this new service please contact us at eDevelopment@gov.scot.

 

IMPORTANT - Building Warrant fees have changed from 1st April 2025

Please note that Building Warrant Fees have now changed. We have launched a new BStds Fee calculator and this now reflects the new fees that came into effect on 1st April 2025.

 

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How do I create an account?

 

You will need an account to get started. To create your account click on the 'Create an Account' button in the top left of this page.

Once you are set up, just scroll down to find out how to get started on your application. If you need assistance you can download our user guide, or visit our Support tab located in the top-right corner of the site.

 

How do I know what I need to apply for?

There are many things that you can apply for on this site, and some that you can't. Knowing what you need is the first step.

  1. If you're not familiar with the planning or building application processes, you can find out more from mygov.scot.
  2. We would always recommend talking to your Authority if you're not certain about what you need to do as they will be deciding upon your application.

  3. Both the ePlanning and eBuildingStandards portals have a 'Which Form Wizard' that can help you find the form that you need to complete. The wizards can be accessed by going to the respective portal, and selecting the 'Which form Wizard' button on the left hand menu.

Please note in many instances, you may need to obtain more than one permission if you're looking to undertake building works. For example, you may need to obtain Planning Permission or make a Householder Application (Planning Permission for Householders) for your development, and also apply for a Building Warrant and Completion Certificate.

 

Will I need a Location / Block Plan for my application?

 

You will need a Location or Block Plan for many Planning and Building applications. For more information on minimum requirements for location plans for Planning applications plans click here.

If you do not yet have a plan, you can buy one through our approved suppliers.

We have chosen these suppliers because they:

  • use Ordnance Survey data,
  • offer a range of scales and plan types,
  • are competitively priced and easy to use,
  • offer dedicated customer service support, and
  • offer compliant plans for Scottish Planning and Building Standards applications. 

Just click on one of the logos below to go to a partner site to create and purchase a plan.

 

Why choose Nicolson Digital Ltd?

 

  • Easy-to-use.
  • Compliant plans for Planning and Building Standards Applications
  • Free support for users.
  • Competitievely priced.
  • Ability to outline property.
   
    

Why choose UK Planning Maps?

  • Ordance Survey Location plans for your planning application.   
  • Preview free and download your plan 
  • Free paper copies with every order. 
  • Lowest prices online. 
  • Telephone helpline available 6 days a week for queries and orders.