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Brewers Fayre Airds Way Fort William PH33 6FB

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Under Consideration
Scale 1
/Commercial Extension/Demolition/Planning Condition Variation// Restaurant/ Section 42 Variation

Variation of condition 3 on permission 25/03780/FUL for restaurant demolition and extension.

Added 4 Oct

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10 Sutherland Avenue Upper Achintore Fort William PH33 6JT (2 related)

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Withdrawn
Scale 3
/Short Let/Short Let Pods/Temporary Development

Siting of a pod for use as short term letting accommodation.

Added 3 Sept

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Alvance British Aluminium North Road Fort William PH33 6TH (4 related)

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Scale 2
/Listed Building

Removing and replacing internal plaster in the powerhouse.

Added 11 Aug

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  1. Ref HLD/26/03911/S42Under ConsiderationLegal / Administrative

    Brewers Fayre Airds Way Fort William PH33 6FB

    Received 07 Sept 2026Validated 29 Sept 2026Updated 04 Oct 2026

    Variation of condition 3 on permission 25/03780/FUL for restaurant demolition and extension.

    Variation of the conditions applied to Full Planning Permission 25/03780/FUL (Planning Condition 3) for the demolition of existing restaurant and erection of extension

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    Postcode
    PH33 6FB
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    07 Sept 2026
    Validated
    29 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    04 Oct 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  2. Ref HLD/26/03582/FULWithdrawnOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    10 Sutherland Avenue Upper Achintore Fort William PH33 6JT

    Received 20 Aug 2026Validated 02 Sept 2026Updated 03 Sept 2026

    Siting of a pod for use as short term letting accommodation.

    Siting of pod for use as short term letting accommodation

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    Postcode
    PH33 6JT
    Status
    Withdrawn
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    20 Aug 2026
    Validated
    02 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    03 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  3. Ref HLD/26/03202/LBCUnder ConsiderationInternal Works & Accessibility

    Alvance British Aluminium North Road Fort William PH33 6TH

    Received 28 Jul 2026Validated 28 Jul 2026Updated 11 Aug 2026

    Removing and replacing internal plaster in the powerhouse.

    Removal and replacement of the internal plaster of the powerhouse

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    Postcode
    PH33 6TH
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Internal Works & Accessibility
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    28 Jul 2026
    Validated
    28 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    11 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  4. Ref HLD/26/02842/FULUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    58 High Street Fort William PH33 6AH

    Received 02 Jul 2026Validated 14 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Bank to restaurant conversion with a revised extension design, bringing new layout and frontage changes to the existing unit.

    Change of use from Class 1A (Bank) to Class 3 (Restaurant) and extension (revised design to 25/00266/FUL)

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    Postcode
    PH33 6AH
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    02 Jul 2026
    Validated
    14 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  5. Ref HLD/26/02955/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    8 Mossfield Drive Lochyside Fort William PH33 7PE

    Received 09 Jul 2026Validated 09 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Plans for a house extension plus a new boundary fence would add extra built form and enclosure along the site edge.

    Erection of extension and fence

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    Postcode
    PH33 7PE
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    09 Jul 2026
    Validated
    09 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  6. Ref HLD/26/02512/FULUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Fort William Public Toilets Station Square Fort William PH33 6DZ

    Received 11 Jun 2026Validated 19 Jun 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Partial change of use of the existing building to offices (Class 4) with an associated food seating area.

    Partial change of use of building to office space (Class 4 Business) and food seating area

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    Postcode
    PH33 6DZ
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    11 Jun 2026
    Validated
    19 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  7. Ref HLD/25/02253/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Quiraing Achintore Road Fort William PH33 6RW

    Received 16 Jun 2025Validated 09 Jul 2025Updated 25 Jun 2026

    Alterations and an extension to the existing dwelling are proposed, creating a moderate change to the homes layout and appearance.

    Proposed alterations and extension to existing dwelling house

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    Postcode
    PH33 6RW
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    16 Jun 2025
    Validated
    09 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    25 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  8. Ref HLD/25/02250/FULDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    120 Glenkingie Street Caol Fort William PH33 7DT

    Received 16 Jun 2025Validated 08 Jul 2025Updated 25 Jun 2026

    A proposed extension to the existing property, with the precise design and scale to be confirmed through the application.

    Erect extension

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    Postcode
    PH33 7DT
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    16 Jun 2025
    Validated
    08 Jul 2025
    Last Scraped
    25 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  9. Ref HLD/25/02330/LBCDecidedParking, Access & Highways

    Alvance British Aluminium North Road Fort William PH33 6TH

    Received 20 Jun 2025Validated 10 Sept 2025Updated 25 Jun 2026

    A pedestrian walkway would be installed along the buildings west elevation, creating a modest external access improvement.

    Installation of walkway along building length (west elevation)

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    Postcode
    PH33 6TH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    20 Jun 2025
    Validated
    10 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    25 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  10. Ref HLD/25/02329/FULDecidedParking, Access & Highways

    Alvance British Aluminium North Road Fort William PH33 6TH

    Received 20 Jun 2025Validated 10 Sept 2025Updated 25 Jun 2026

    A walkway may be installed along the buildings west elevation, creating a modest access improvement.

    Installation of walkway along building length (west elevation)

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    Postcode
    PH33 6TH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    20 Jun 2025
    Validated
    10 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    25 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  11. Ref HLD/26/02591/FULAwaiting decisionOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    Clansmans Garage Camaghael Fort William PH33 7NF

    Received 16 Jun 2026Validated 23 Jun 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Proposed staff welfare cabin (prefabricated, off-site) for Clansman Garage, with kitchen/sitting and utility connections to existing services.

    Siting of Welfare Cabin

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    Postcode
    PH33 7NF
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    16 Jun 2026
    Validated
    23 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  12. Ref HLD/26/02045/FULUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    52 Carn Dearg Road Claggan Fort William PH33 6QD

    Received 15 May 2026Validated 11 Jun 2026Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Proposed change of use of a flat to short-term letting, potentially increasing visitor use at the property.

    Change of use from flat to Short term letting

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    Postcode
    PH33 6QD
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    15 May 2026
    Validated
    11 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  13. Ref HLD/26/01918/FULUnder ConsiderationNew-Build & Major Development

    Alveston Lochyside Fort William PH33 7NX

    Received 07 May 2026Validated 25 Jun 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Holiday lodge and garage demolition proposed, with a new replacement house erected on site.

    Demolition of existing holiday lodge and garage and erection of house

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    Postcode
    PH33 7NX
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    07 May 2026
    Validated
    25 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  14. Ref HLD/26/01850/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Collrae 22 Mossfield Drive Lochyside Fort William PH33 7PE

    Received 01 May 2026Validated 01 May 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Erection of a self-contained extension for ancillary use, with new enclosed form and updated elevations to the existing dwelling.

    Erection of self-contained extension for ancillary use

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    Postcode
    PH33 7PE
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    01 May 2026
    Validated
    01 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  15. Ref HLD/26/01812/FULDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    The Hire Centre Ltd 32 Ben Nevis Drive Ben Nevis Industrial Estate Fort William PH33 6RU

    Received 29 Apr 2026Validated 20 May 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Plans include alterations and a workshop extension to Unit 32 at the Ben Nevis Industrial Estate, with updated external elevations.

    Alterations and workshop extension

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    Postcode
    PH33 6RU
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    29 Apr 2026
    Validated
    20 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  16. Ref HLD/26/01733/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    8 Mossfield Drive Lochyside Fort William PH33 7PE

    Received 22 Apr 2026Validated 23 Apr 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Rebuild fire-damaged extension and add a short-term letting unit, reshaping the homes layout and accommodation.

    Rebuild of extension after fire damage including formation of short term letting unit

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    Postcode
    PH33 7PE
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    22 Apr 2026
    Validated
    23 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  17. Ref HLD/26/01326/CLEAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    St Anthony's Guest House Argyll Road Fort William PH33 6LF

    Received 28 Mar 2026Validated 20 Apr 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Plans shown to use the property at St Anthonys, Argyll Road, partly as a guest house.

    Use partly as guest house

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    Postcode
    PH33 6LF
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    28 Mar 2026
    Validated
    20 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  18. Ref HLD/26/01179/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    50 High Street Fort William PH33 6AH

    Received 19 Mar 2026Validated 19 Mar 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    50 High Street, Fort William: existing flat would be converted to an HMO for up to 6 people, changing the use without major external works.

    Change of use of existing residential flat to HMO

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    Postcode
    PH33 6AH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    19 Mar 2026
    Validated
    19 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  19. Ref HLD/26/01096/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Unit 3 Claggan Road Fort William PH33 6PH

    Received 13 Mar 2026Validated 23 Mar 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Plans to change use from Class 6 to Class 11 for a pilates studio at the site.

    Change of use from Class 6 to Class 11 pilates studio

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    Postcode
    PH33 6PH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    13 Mar 2026
    Validated
    23 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  20. Ref HLD/26/00964/FULAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    8 Perth Place Upper Achintore Fort William PH33 6UL

    Received 05 Mar 2026Validated 07 May 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Annexe proposed for short-term letting, alongside retrospective wall and hardstandingcould alter use and the propertys curtilage/parking.

    Change of use from annexe to short term letting unit; formation of wall and hardstanding (retrospective)

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    Postcode
    PH33 6UL
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    05 Mar 2026
    Validated
    07 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  21. Ref HLD/26/00900/FULWithdrawnOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    Collrae 22 Mossfield Drive Lochyside Fort William PH33 7PE

    Received 02 Mar 2026Validated 16 Mar 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Plans for an ancillary rear annexe building, with new external connections and site works to support use alongside the main home.

    Erection of annexe for ancillary use

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    Postcode
    PH33 7PE
    Status
    Withdrawn
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    02 Mar 2026
    Validated
    16 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  22. Ref HLD/26/00803/LBCDecidedRoof Works & Dormers

    Alvance British Aluminium North Road Fort William PH33 6TH

    Received 24 Feb 2026Validated 24 Feb 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Recoat the main roof and renew gutters on the west elevation, refreshing the exterior finish.

    Recoating of the main roof and gutter (west elevation)

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    Postcode
    PH33 6TH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    24 Feb 2026
    Validated
    24 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  23. Ref HLD/26/00742/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    10 Sutherland Avenue Upper Achintore Fort William PH33 6JT

    Received 20 Feb 2026Validated 20 Feb 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Plans to switch the ground-floor flat within a principal house to short-term letting accommodation.

    Change of use of flat below principal dwelling to short term letting accommodation

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    Postcode
    PH33 6JT
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    20 Feb 2026
    Validated
    20 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  24. Ref HLD/25/04840/FULDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Shell Road To Isles Filling Station North Road Fort William PH33 6TQ

    Received 17 Dec 2025Validated 05 Jan 2026Updated 07 Jul 2026

    Retail shop extension with an enclosed service yard, relocated jet-wash/vacuum equipment and reconfigured parking layout.

    Extension to existing retail shop and installation of service yard enclosure. Relocation of jet wash, air and water and vacuum machines; Parking reconfiguration

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    Postcode
    PH33 6TQ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    17 Dec 2025
    Validated
    05 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    07 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  25. Ref HLD/25/04810/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    29 Inverlochy Court Inverlochy Fort William PH33 6XE

    Received 15 Dec 2025Validated 15 Jan 2026Updated 05 Jul 2026

    Retrospective change of use at 29 Inverlochy Court to short-term letting accommodation, with associated management/amenity considerations.

    Formation of short term letting accommodation (Retrospective)

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    Postcode
    PH33 6XE
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    15 Dec 2025
    Validated
    15 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    05 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  26. Ref HLD/25/04735/ADVDecidedShopfront & Signage

    Nevis Bank Hotel Belford Road Fort William PH33 6BY

    Received 11 Dec 2025Validated 12 Dec 2025Updated 07 Jul 2026

    Illuminated lettering sign for the Nevis Bank Hotel faade, using LED modules for night-time visibility.

    Installation of illuminated sign

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    Postcode
    PH33 6BY
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    11 Dec 2025
    Validated
    12 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    07 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  27. Ref HLD/25/04697/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Tiger On The Wall 37 High Street Fort William PH33 6DH

    Received 09 Dec 2025Validated 18 Dec 2025Updated 07 Jul 2026

    Alterations and extension could create a pizzeria takeaway at ground floor, with first-floor restaurant use and second-floor short-let rooms.

    Alterations and extension to form pizzeria restaurant and takeaway on ground floor, change of use of first floor to form restaurant and 4no. short term letting rooms on second floor

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    Postcode
    PH33 6DH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    09 Dec 2025
    Validated
    18 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    07 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  28. Ref HLD/25/04672/FULAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    18 Wades Road Inverlochy Fort William PH33 6NE

    Received 08 Dec 2025Validated 16 Jan 2026Updated 05 Jul 2026

    Plans to switch an ancillary unit to a short-term let, alongside new access arrangements.

    Change of use from ancillary unit to short term let and formation of access

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    Postcode
    PH33 6NE
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    08 Dec 2025
    Validated
    16 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    05 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan
  29. Ref HLD/25/04273/CLPDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Birchwood Camaghael Fort William PH33 7NF

    Received 11 Nov 2025Validated 09 Dec 2025Updated 07 Jul 2026

    Plans to change Birchwood Lodge from a childrens home back to normal residential use, with internal layout adjustments shown on the proposed floor plan.

    Change the current use from a residential children's home back to a residential use

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    Postcode
    PH33 7NF
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    11 Nov 2025
    Validated
    09 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    07 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Caol and Mallaig
  30. Ref HLD/25/04112/FULDecidedPublic Realm & Community Projects

    The Highland Soap Co Ltd Inverlochy Mains North Road Fort William PH33 6TQ

    Received 30 Oct 2025Validated 30 Oct 2025Updated 07 Jul 2026

    Plans for an external caf and landscaped childrens play area at Highland Soap Company, adding new visitor facilities on-site.

    Erection of cafe and children's play area

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    Postcode
    PH33 6TQ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Public Realm & Community Projects
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    30 Oct 2025
    Validated
    30 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    07 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Fort William and Ardnamurchan