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Poplars Farmhouse Ardgay IV24 3BG

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Under Consideration
Scale 5
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/Demolition Existing Dwelling/Farmhouse/House Erection// New Build

Demolition of existing farmhouse and ancillary buildings, with a new house proposed on the site.

Added 4 Nov

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1 Lochmore Achfary Lairg IV27 4NZ

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Under Consideration
Scale 3
/Garage Outbuilding/Garage Removal/Parking Access

Proposed demolition of existing garage and construction of a replacement garage.

Added 30 Oct

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West Horizon Balchladich Stoer Lochinver Lairg IV27 4JJ (2 related)

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Under Consideration
Scale 1
/Annexe/Short Let

Certificate of Lawfulness for existing use of the annexe building as short-term let accommodation.

Added 29 Oct

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  1. Ref HLD/26/04430/FULUnder ConsiderationDemolition & Site Clearance

    Poplars Farmhouse Ardgay IV24 3BG

    Received 06 Oct 2026Validated 30 Oct 2026Updated 04 Nov 2026

    Demolition of existing farmhouse and ancillary buildings, with a new house proposed on the site.

    Demolition of existing farmhouse and ancillary buildings and erection of house

    View application detail →Council source ↗
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    Postcode
    IV24 3BG
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    06 Oct 2026
    Validated
    30 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    04 Nov 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  2. Ref HLD/26/04673/FULUnder ConsiderationDemolition & Site Clearance

    1 Lochmore Achfary Lairg IV27 4NZ

    Received 23 Oct 2026Validated 26 Oct 2026Updated 30 Oct 2026

    Proposed demolition of existing garage and construction of a replacement garage.

    Demolition of existing garage and construction of replacement garage

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    Postcode
    IV27 4NZ
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    23 Oct 2026
    Validated
    26 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Oct 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  3. Ref HLD/26/04393/CLEUnder ConsiderationLegal / Administrative

    West Horizon Balchladich Stoer Lochinver Lairg IV27 4JJ

    Received 02 Oct 2026Validated 02 Oct 2026Updated 29 Oct 2026

    Certificate of Lawfulness for existing use of the annexe building as short-term let accommodation.

    Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness confirming existing use of West Horizon Cottage Annexe building as short-term let accommodation is lawful

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    Postcode
    IV27 4JJ
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    02 Oct 2026
    Validated
    02 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    29 Oct 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  4. Ref HLD/26/04388/FULUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    28 & 388 Airdtorrisdale Skerray Tongue Thurso KW14 7TH

    Received 02 Oct 2026Validated 23 Oct 2026Updated 29 Oct 2026

    Conversion of two houses and an implement shed to form one house.

    Conversion of two houses and implement shed to form one house

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    Postcode
    KW14 7TH
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    02 Oct 2026
    Validated
    23 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    29 Oct 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  5. Ref HLD/26/04543/FULUnder ConsiderationOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    Drumbeg House Drumbeg Lairg IV27 4NW

    Received 15 Oct 2026Validated 15 Oct 2026Updated 29 Oct 2026

    Proposed erection of a shed.

    Erection of shed

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    Postcode
    IV27 4NW
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    15 Oct 2026
    Validated
    15 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    29 Oct 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  6. Ref HLD/26/04394/CLEUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    West Horizon Balchladich Stoer Lochinver Lairg IV27 4JJ

    Received 02 Oct 2026Validated 02 Oct 2026Updated 27 Oct 2026

    Proposed use of the property as a short term let.

    Use of property as short term let

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    Postcode
    IV27 4JJ
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    02 Oct 2026
    Validated
    02 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Oct 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  7. Ref HLD/26/03994/FULUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Mather's Store Sangomore Durness Lairg IV27 4PZ

    Received 11 Sept 2026Validated 24 Sept 2026Updated 07 Oct 2026

    Change of use of land for siting of mobile food trailer, with external seating.

    Change of use of land for siting of mobile food trailer, with external seating

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    Postcode
    IV27 4PZ
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    11 Sept 2026
    Validated
    24 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    07 Oct 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  8. Ref HLD/26/04177/DEMDecidedDemolition & Site Clearance

    Ledmore Lodge Elphin Lairg IV27 4HH

    Received 22 Sept 2026Validated 22 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026

    Proposed demolition of a lodge under Class 70.

    Demolition of lodge (Class 70)

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    Postcode
    IV27 4HH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    22 Sept 2026
    Validated
    22 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    29 Sept 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  9. Ref HLD/26/04222/PNODecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    2km North Of Mudale Farm Altnaharra IV27 4UE

    Received 24 Sept 2026Validated 24 Sept 2026Updated 26 Sept 2026

    Prior notification for peatland restoration under class 20A, Altnaharra Phase 2.

    Prior Notification of Peatland Restoration under class 20A - Altnaharra Phase 2

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    Postcode
    IV27 4UE
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    24 Sept 2026
    Validated
    24 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Sept 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  10. Ref HLD/26/03633/PNOUnder ConsiderationTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    Dounie Estates Ardgay IV24 3BW

    Received 21 Aug 2026Validated 08 Sept 2026Updated 10 Sept 2026

    Proposed peatland restoration under Class 7A prior notification.

    Peatland restoration - Class 7A

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    Postcode
    IV24 3BW
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    21 Aug 2026
    Validated
    08 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Sept 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  11. Ref HLD/26/03671/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    7 Balloan Lairg IV27 4DG

    Received 26 Aug 2026Validated 26 Aug 2026Updated 03 Sept 2026

    Proposed alterations and extension to an existing single-storey dwelling.

    Proposed alterations and extension to existing single storey dwelling

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    Postcode
    IV27 4DG
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    26 Aug 2026
    Validated
    26 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    03 Sept 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  12. Ref HLD/26/03329/FULUnder ConsiderationRoof Works & Dormers

    Fairview Invernaver Bettyhill Thurso KW14 7SG

    Received 05 Aug 2026Validated 17 Aug 2026Updated 20 Aug 2026

    Proposed erection of a box dormer to the property.

    Erection of box dormer

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    Postcode
    KW14 7SG
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    05 Aug 2026
    Validated
    17 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    20 Aug 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  13. Ref HLD/26/03094/FULUnder ConsiderationOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    Inverhouse Culrain Ardgay IV24 3DP

    Received 20 Jul 2026Validated 14 Aug 2026Updated 19 Aug 2026

    Erection of a garage.

    Erection of garage

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    Postcode
    IV24 3DP
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    20 Jul 2026
    Validated
    14 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    19 Aug 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  14. Ref HLD/26/03309/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Newton Lodge Newton Kylesku Lairg IV27 4HW

    Received 03 Aug 2026Validated 13 Aug 2026Updated 17 Aug 2026

    Proposed hotel extension with internal and external alterations.

    Extension to hotel, internal and external alterations

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    Postcode
    IV27 4HW
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    03 Aug 2026
    Validated
    13 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    17 Aug 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  15. Ref HLD/26/03393/PNODecidedParking, Access & Highways

    Land 746M West Of Carbisdale Castle Ardgay IV24 3DP

    Received 07 Aug 2026Validated 07 Aug 2026Updated 17 Aug 2026

    Proposed construction of a forestry road.

    Construction of forestry road (Class 22)

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    Postcode
    IV24 3DP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    07 Aug 2026
    Validated
    07 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    17 Aug 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  16. Ref HLD/26/03101/CLEUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Viewhill 418 Knockan Elphin Lairg IV27 4HH

    Received 20 Jul 2026Validated 28 Jul 2026Updated 11 Aug 2026

    Proposed use of property as short-term let.

    Use of property as short-term let

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    Postcode
    IV27 4HH
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    20 Jul 2026
    Validated
    28 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    11 Aug 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  17. Ref HLD/26/02616/FULUnder ConsiderationNew-Build & Major Development

    The Bothy Clebrig Altnaharra Lairg IV27 4UQ

    Received 18 Jun 2026Validated 10 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Demolition and construction of two new houses, replacing existing structures on the site.

    Demlition and Erection of 2 houses

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    Postcode
    IV27 4UQ
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    18 Jun 2026
    Validated
    10 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  18. Ref HLD/26/02630/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    26 Achtoty Skerray Tongue Thurso KW14 7TH

    Received 19 Jun 2026Validated 30 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Alterations and an extension to the property, alongside installation of a new septic tank for foul drainage.

    Alterations and extension; installation of septic tank

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    Postcode
    KW14 7TH
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    19 Jun 2026
    Validated
    30 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  19. Ref HLD/26/02846/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Lochside Lodge Lochside Lairg IV27 4EG

    Received 03 Jul 2026Validated 08 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Plans include two extensions to the existing property, expanding living space with additional built form.

    Erection of 2no extensions

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    Postcode
    IV27 4EG
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    03 Jul 2026
    Validated
    08 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  20. Ref HLD/26/02948/FULUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Outdoor Field Centre Bettyhill Thurso KW14 7SS

    Received 09 Jul 2026Validated 28 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Field station building conversion proposed to create 3 homes, bringing existing structure into residential use.

    Conversion of field station building to form 3no. houses

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    Postcode
    KW14 7SS
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    09 Jul 2026
    Validated
    28 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  21. Ref HLD/25/02198/FULDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Keeper's Cottage Knockan Elphin Lairg IV27 4HH

    Received 12 Jun 2025Validated 12 Jun 2025Updated 25 Jun 2026

    Alterations and extensions are proposed to the cottage and its associated outbuildings, creating a notable but contained change to the existing property.

    Alterations and extension to cottage and outbuildings

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    Postcode
    IV27 4HH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    12 Jun 2025
    Validated
    12 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    25 Jun 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  22. Ref HLD/25/02304/FULDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    Cala Sona Community Care Unit Talmine Lairg IV27 4YS

    Received 19 Jun 2025Validated 02 Feb 2026Updated 25 Jun 2026

    Proposed conversion of an existing care home from Class 8 to Class 4 business use, with no major external building works indicated.

    Change of use of care home (Class 8) to Class 4 Business Use

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    Postcode
    IV27 4YS
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    19 Jun 2025
    Validated
    02 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    25 Jun 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  23. Ref HLD/26/02350/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Kerrera Kinlochbervie Lairg IV27 4RP

    Received 01 Jun 2026Validated 22 Jun 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans for a new sunroom extension to the property, adding extra glazed living space.

    Erection of sunroom

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    Postcode
    IV27 4RP
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    01 Jun 2026
    Validated
    22 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  24. Ref HLD/26/02322/FULUnder ConsiderationOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    19 Achfrish Lairg IV27 4DN

    Received 28 May 2026Validated 22 Jun 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Portable timber buildings proposed for rural skills training, alongside timber portable storage structures for use on the site.

    Siting of portable building for rural skill training, and erection of timber portable buildings for storage

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    Postcode
    IV27 4DN
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    28 May 2026
    Validated
    22 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  25. Ref HLD/26/02227/FULUnder ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Tigh Na Creag Cherry Grove Bonar Bridge Ardgay IV24 3ER

    Received 25 May 2026Validated 04 Jun 2026Updated 10 Jul 2026

    Plans show alterations and a house extension with changes to the roofline and front/rear elevations (proposal).

    Alterations and extension to house

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    Postcode
    IV24 3ER
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    25 May 2026
    Validated
    04 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  26. Ref HLD/26/01992/FULUnder ConsiderationRoof Works & Dormers

    Sgeirnor 200 Talmine Lairg IV27 4YS

    Received 13 May 2026Validated 13 May 2026Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Proposed changes to a dwelling, including extensions, a new dormer, and replacement porch, with updated elevations and roof alterations.

    Alterations, erection of extensions, dormer and replacement of porch

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    Postcode
    IV27 4YS
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    13 May 2026
    Validated
    13 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  27. Ref HLD/26/01983/CLPUnder ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Farr Bay Cottage Bettyhill Thurso KW14 7SS

    Received 12 May 2026Validated 12 May 2026Updated 09 Jul 2026

    Farr Bay Cottage, Bettyhillproposal to use the property as a short-term let, changing how the home is operated for visitors.

    Use of property as short-term let

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    Postcode
    KW14 7SS
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    12 May 2026
    Validated
    12 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    09 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  28. Ref HLD/26/01904/FULUnder ConsiderationMechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation

    Rhicarn (Nc) Police Radio Mast Rhicarn Lairg IV27 4JB

    Received 06 May 2026Validated 22 May 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Plans for a standby power generator with associated electrical equipment and site works to boost power resilience.

    Installation of power generator and ancillary development

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    Postcode
    IV27 4JB
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Mechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    06 May 2026
    Validated
    22 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  29. Ref HLD/26/01680/FULUnder ConsiderationParking, Access & Highways

    Land 100M NE Of Chalet 103 Achmelvich Lochinver Lairg IV27 4JB

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

    Siting of a mobile catering truck with dedicated parking bay and revised access arrangements.

    Siting of a mobile catering truck, including associated parking and access

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    Postcode
    IV27 4JB
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    20 Apr 2026
    Validated
    28 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland
  30. Ref HLD/26/01610/FULUnder ConsiderationNew-Build & Major Development

    The Blackhouse Migdale Bonar Bridge Ardgay IV24 3AR

    Received 15 Apr 2026Validated 28 Apr 2026Updated 08 Jul 2026

    Erect a new house with a garage and create a new access to serve the property.

    Erection of house and formation of access

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    Postcode
    IV24 3AR
    Status
    Under Consideration
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    15 Apr 2026
    Validated
    28 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    08 Jul 2026
    Ward
    North, West and Central Sutherland