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7, 7a, 9, 9a, 22, 22a, 24, 24A Pitt Lane, Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0YP

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Decided
Scale 1
/Condition Discharge/Conservation Area Consent

Application for approval of conditions 02 (Letter of contract) and 03 (Material disposal) of planning application 2025/269/CAC.

Added 13 Oct

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Thule Bar Esplanade Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0LL

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Pending Consideration
Scale 2
/Windows & Doors/Canopy/Entrance Upgrades// External Alterations/ Food & Drink/ Public House

Proposal to install two 2m awnings above the front and side entrances of a bar.

Added 6 Sept

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St Margaret's Harbour Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0JS

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/Listed Building/Listed Building Consent Context/Replacement Windows 8// Replacement Windows Lbc/ Stonework Repairs

Replacement of eight nave leaded glass windows with new glazing and protective screens.

Added 5 Sept

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  1. Ref SHE/2025/269/DCONDecidedLegal / Administrative

    7, 7a, 9, 9a, 22, 22a, 24, 24A Pitt Lane, Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0YP

    Received 12 Oct 2026Validated 12 Oct 2026Updated 11 Nov 2026

    Application for approval of conditions 02 (Letter of contract) and 03 (Material disposal) of planning application 2025/269/CAC.

    Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning Condition: 02 (Letter of contract)& 03 (Material disposal) of planning application 2025/269/CAC.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0YP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    12 Oct 2026
    Validated
    12 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    11 Nov 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  2. Ref SHE/2026/187/CLUPPending ConsiderationExternal Lighting & Fixtures

    Thule Bar Esplanade Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0LL

    Received 03 Sept 2026Validated 04 Sept 2026Updated 06 Sept 2026

    Proposal to install two 2m awnings above the front and side entrances of a bar.

    Install 2 x2m Awnings above the front door entrance and side entrance.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0LL
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    External Lighting & Fixtures
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    03 Sept 2026
    Validated
    04 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    06 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  3. Ref SHE/2025/247/LBCDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    St Margaret's Harbour Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0JS

    Received 18 Sept 2025Validated 18 Sept 2025Updated 05 Sept 2026

    Replacement of eight nave leaded glass windows with new glazing and protective screens.

    Full replacements of 8 no. Nave leaded glass windows, works include; removal of existing leaded glass, perspex screens, saddle bars & ties; clean & make good checks into stonework; design, supply & fit replacement leaded glass with new saddle bars & ties; new polycarbonate protective screens.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0JS
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    18 Sept 2025
    Validated
    18 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    05 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  4. Ref SHE/2026/183/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    8 Fogralea Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0SE

    Received 31 Aug 2026Validated 31 Aug 2026Updated 02 Sept 2026

    Gable garage extension and alterations to vehicular access.

    Gable garage extension with alterations to a vehicular access.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0SE
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    31 Aug 2026
    Validated
    31 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    02 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  5. Ref SHE/2025/242/DCON1Pending ConsiderationLegal / Administrative

    Buildbase Freefield Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0NH

    Received 28 Aug 2026Validated 28 Aug 2026Updated 01 Sept 2026

    Approval for realigned Core Path per condition 03 of application 2025/242/PPF.

    Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning Condition: 03 (realigned Core Path) of planning application 2025/242/PPF.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0NH
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    28 Aug 2026
    Validated
    28 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    01 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  6. Ref SHE/2026/159/PPFPending ConsiderationInternal Works & Accessibility

    Kveldsro House Hotel 20 Greenfield Place Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AQ

    Received 31 Jul 2026Validated 11 Aug 2026Updated 12 Aug 2026

    Adding an accessible ramp, door/window tweaks, parking changes, cycle rack, and rooflight at a hotel.

    Installation of a new external pedestrian accessible ramp with handrail, inc alterations to doors and windows, onsite parking adjustments, a new covered cycle rack and a new rooflight.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AQ
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Internal Works & Accessibility
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    31 Jul 2026
    Validated
    11 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    12 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  7. Ref SHE/2026/157/PPFPending ConsiderationExternal Lighting & Fixtures

    16 Commercial Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AN

    Received 30 Jul 2026Validated 31 Jul 2026Updated 10 Aug 2026

    Two compact CCTV cameras on south elevation, facing east and west.

    Installation of two compact external CCTV security cameras to South elevation facing east and west.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AN
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    External Lighting & Fixtures
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    30 Jul 2026
    Validated
    31 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  8. Ref SHE/2025/306/DCONDecidedLegal / Administrative

    4 Hillcrest Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0ST

    Received 03 Aug 2026Validated 03 Aug 2026Updated 10 Sept 2026

    Approval of surface water details required by Condition 5 of prior permission.

    Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning Condition 5 (Surface Water) of planning application 2025/306/PPF

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0ST
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    03 Aug 2026
    Validated
    03 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    10 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  9. Ref SHE/2026/141/PPFPending ConsiderationMechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation

    Victoria Bldgs Esplanade Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0LL

    Received 01 Jul 2026Validated 21 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Installation of 6 external CCTV cameras, plus an external air-conditioning unit and several refrigeration units for site monitoring and cooling.

    Installation of 6 no. external CCTV cameras, 1 no. external air conditioning unit and 4 no. external refrigeration units.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0LL
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Mechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    01 Jul 2026
    Validated
    21 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  10. Ref SHE/2026/154/PPFPending ConsiderationNew-Build & Major Development

    Lerwick Hotel 15 South Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RB

    Received 21 Jul 2026Validated 23 Jul 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Proposed demolition of a 2-storey hotel bedroom wing and construction of a new 3-storey wing, with SUDs and landscaping.

    To demolish existing two storey hotel bedroom wing and build new 3 storey bedroom wing in its place with SUDs and landscaping

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0RB
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    21 Jul 2026
    Validated
    23 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  11. Ref SHE/2025/132/DCONDecidedLegal / Administrative

    Scarfataing 12B Commercial Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AN

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

    Details submitted for approval under Condition 04 (waste materials) for the 2023/084/PPF planning consent.

    Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning Condition: 04 (Waste Materials) of planning application 2023/084/PPF.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    28 Jul 2026
    Validated
    28 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    28 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  12. Ref SHE/2026/130/PNUnknownWindows, Doors & Glazing

    Kveldsro House Hotel Greenfield Place Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AQ

    Received 11 Jun 2026Validated 18 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Replacement of ~40 windows with white double-glazed timber sash and matching white uPVC, plus updating ~26 frames from red to white.

    Replacement of 40 no. windows like for like with double glazed timber sash coloured white for original building and double glazed white uPVC windows. 26 no. window frames to be changed from red to white to match other frames

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AQ
    Status
    Unknown
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    11 Jun 2026
    Validated
    18 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  13. Ref SHE/2025/156/PPFDecidedChange of Use & Conversions

    9 Charlotte Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0JL

    Received 13 Jun 2025Validated 13 Jun 2025Updated 24 Jun 2026

    Proposed conversion of a food-and-drink premises into one home, with new windows, a relocated entrance, porch link removal and chimney removal.

    Change of use from Class 3 (food and drink) to Class 9 (residential) to create single dwellinghouse; install new windows and relocate front entrance door; remove existing porch link; remove existing chimney.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0JL
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    13 Jun 2025
    Validated
    13 Jun 2025
    Last Scraped
    24 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  14. Ref SHE/2026/125/PPFAwaiting decisionRenewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps

    Barochamber Lower Blackhill Industrial Estate Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0DG

    Received 08 Jun 2026Validated 08 Jun 2026Updated 30 Jul 2026

    Heat pump installation at Shetland Hyperbaric Centre, with an outdoor air-source unit and associated heating system works.

    Install new air source heat pump

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0DG
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Renewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    08 Jun 2026
    Validated
    08 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  15. Ref SHE/2026/122/LBCDecidedShopfront & Signage

    81 Commercial Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AD

    Received 04 Jun 2026Validated 12 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Plans to replace the existing Queens Lane ATM with a new unit in the same east-facade opening.

    Proposed replacement of the existing ATM located on the east facade of Queens Lane with a new ATM within the existing aperture

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AD
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    04 Jun 2026
    Validated
    12 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  16. Ref SHE/2026/117/NMVAwaiting decisionExtensions & Enlargements

    Leog House 2 Leog Lane Lerwick ZE1 0AH

    Received 03 Jun 2026Validated 12 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Non-material variation to adjust extension exteriors: remove rooflights and grass roof, add east window, reroute rainwater pipe, lower height, change boarding.

    Original app 2020/111/PPF - Non-Material Variation to vary permission; Remove rooflights, add window to east elevation and rainwater pipe to south elevation, reduce height of, and remove grass roof from extension and change external boarding

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AH
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    03 Jun 2026
    Validated
    12 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  17. Ref SHE/2026/113/PPFDecidedOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    3 Swarthoull Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0SN

    Received 02 Jun 2026Validated 02 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    New detached domestic garage proposed within the property curtilage, with associated access/paving adjustments.

    To construct new domestic detached garage building

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0SN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    02 Jun 2026
    Validated
    02 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  18. Ref SHE/2026/132/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    72 Nederdale Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0SB

    Received 15 Jun 2026Validated 22 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Plans submitted for a single-storey rear extension to the existing home, extending the footprint and creating extra living space.

    Erection of single storey rear extension

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0SB
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    15 Jun 2026
    Validated
    22 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  19. Ref SHE/2026/108/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    12 Bruce Crescent Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0PB

    Received 28 May 2026Validated 03 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Demolition of an existing garage and shed proposed, alongside a single-storey side and front extension to the dwelling.

    Proposed demolition of the existing masonry garage and shed to construct a single storey side and front extension to the dwelling

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0PB
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    28 May 2026
    Validated
    03 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  20. Ref SHE/2026/106/LBCPending ConsiderationRoof Works & Dormers

    5 Annsbrae House Annsbrae Place Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0BP

    Received 26 May 2026Validated 01 Jun 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Replacement roof for 5 Annsbrea House, including re-roofing with natural slate and repairs to damaged roof timbers.

    Strip existing roof, replace damaged structural roof timbers and natural roof slate covering.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0BP
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    26 May 2026
    Validated
    01 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  21. Ref SHE/2026/091/LBCDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Scarfataing 12B Commercial Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AN

    Received 04 May 2026Validated 04 May 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Demolish and rebuild an extension on the same footprint, updating the existing buildings layout and form.

    To demolish and rebuild an extension of the existing building on the same footprint

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    04 May 2026
    Validated
    04 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  22. Ref SHE/2026/090/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    14 Nederdale Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0SA

    Received 04 May 2026Validated 11 May 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Proposed rear extension, re-rendering the house and installing a new air source heat pump to improve energy efficiency.

    To construct extension to rear elevation, re-render house and new air source heat pump.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0SA
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    04 May 2026
    Validated
    11 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  23. Ref SHE/2025/132/NMVDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    Scarfataing 12B Commercial Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AN

    Received 04 May 2026Validated 04 May 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Updated plans to vary the approved scheme, with an extension on the west elevation proposed for demolition and rebuild.

    Non-Material Variation to vary permission 2025/132/PPF - To demolish and rebuild existing extension on west elevation.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    04 May 2026
    Validated
    04 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  24. Ref SHE/2026/089/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    48 Robertson Crescent Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0HS

    Received 01 May 2026Validated 07 May 2026Updated 27 Jun 2026

    Plans for a single-storey extension on the west side of the dwellinghouse, extending the living space.

    Erection of single storey west side extension of dwellinghouse.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0HS
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    01 May 2026
    Validated
    07 May 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  25. Ref SHE/2026/084/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    84 Sandveien Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RT

    Received 21 Apr 2026Validated 27 Apr 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Demolish the existing rear store/vestibule and build a new single-storey rear extension to the property.

    To demolish the existing rear vest/storeroom and erect a new single storey extension

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0RT
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    21 Apr 2026
    Validated
    27 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  26. Ref SHE/2026/080/ADVPending ConsiderationShopfront & Signage

    Victoria Bldgs Esplanade Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0LL

    Received 08 Apr 2026Validated 04 Jun 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed LED illuminated acrylic sign plus vinyl window signs to the north-west and north-east elevations.

    To install 1no. LED illuminated acrylic sign, 1no. 8 panel vinyl window signs, and 1no. 24 panel vinyl window signs to northwest and northeast elevations of building

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0LL
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Shopfront & Signage
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    08 Apr 2026
    Validated
    04 Jun 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  27. Ref SHE/2026/076/PPFAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    Mountalt House Bank Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0EB

    Received 01 Apr 2026Validated 02 Apr 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Change of use of part of the building from a non-residential institution to a sui generis flatted dwelling.

    Change of use of part of building from Class 10 (non-residential institution) to sui generis (1 no. flatted dwelling)

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0EB
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    01 Apr 2026
    Validated
    02 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  28. Ref SHE/2026/055/TCADecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    74 ST OLAF STREET Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0EN

    Received 10 Mar 2026Validated 14 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed cut-back of a large sycamore to ease light blockage and reduce risk of damage to the house, garden and phone wires.

    Large sycamore tree - Cut back tree which is blocking light and threatening damage to house, garden and phone wires

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0EN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    10 Mar 2026
    Validated
    14 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  29. Ref SHE/2026/048/PNUnknownWindows, Doors & Glazing

    10 CHROMATE LANE Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AL

    Received 02 Mar 2026Validated 15 Mar 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Like-for-like replacement of existing hardwood windows with UPVC units to the front and rear elevations.

    Proposed change of existing hardwood windows with like for like Upvc windows

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0AL
    Status
    Unknown
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    02 Mar 2026
    Validated
    15 Mar 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  30. Ref SHE/2026/043/PPFDecidedNew-Build & Major Development

    Mavine Cottage Lower Sound Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RL

    Received 24 Feb 2026Validated 24 Feb 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Demolition of Mavine Cottage and replacement with a new 3-bedroom house, reshaping the site layout and elevations.

    Proposed demolition of Mavine cottage and erection of new-build replacement 3-bedroom house on site.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0RL
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    New-Build & Major Development
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    24 Feb 2026
    Validated
    24 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South