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7, 7a, 9, 9a, 22, 22a, 24, 24A Pitt Lane, Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0YP (2 related)

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/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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4 Gardie Court Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0GG

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/Sycamore Tree Removal/Trees

Removal of a mature Sycamore tree.

Added 4 Oct

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4B Reform Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0DQ

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/Windows & Doors/Internal Alterations/Building Extension// House Extension/ Office

Proposed change of use from commercial office to a domestic dwelling, including an extension and a replacement window.

Added 29 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/2026/209/TCADecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    4 Gardie Court Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0GG

    Received 29 Sept 2026Validated 01 Oct 2026Updated 04 Oct 2026

    Removal of a mature Sycamore tree.

    Mature Sycamore Tree Removal

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0GG
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    1/10
    Received
    29 Sept 2026
    Validated
    01 Oct 2026
    Last Scraped
    04 Oct 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  3. Ref SHE/2026/200/PPFAwaiting decisionChange of Use & Conversions

    4B Reform Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0DQ

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

    Proposed change of use from commercial office to a domestic dwelling, including an extension and a replacement window.

    Proposed change of use (Commercial Office to Domestic Dwelling - Extension), including replacement window.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0DQ
    Status
    Awaiting decision
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    22 Sept 2026
    Validated
    22 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    29 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Ref SHE/2026/170/PPFUnknownDemolition & Site Clearance

    13 Cheyne Crescent Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0NS

    Received 20 Aug 2026Validated 20 Aug 2026Updated 27 Aug 2026

    Demolition of existing house and erection of a new dwellinghouse.

    Demolition of Existing House and erection of a new dwellinghouse

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0NS
    Status
    Unknown
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    20 Aug 2026
    Validated
    20 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. Ref SHE/2026/008/PNUnknownWindows, Doors & Glazing

    8 Hangcliff Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0EB

    Received 15 Jan 2026Validated 16 Jan 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed replacement of four existing windows with uPVC units to improve the buildings glazing.

    Replacement of 4 windows with uPVC windows

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0EB
    Status
    Unknown
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    15 Jan 2026
    Validated
    16 Jan 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  18. Ref SHE/2025/318/PPFDecidedOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    11 Hill Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0HA

    Received 19 Dec 2025Validated 19 Dec 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Office outbuilding proposed at the Compass Centre site, adding a small standalone work space alongside existing buildings.

    Erection of office outbuilding

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0HA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    19 Dec 2025
    Validated
    19 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  19. Ref SHE/2025/314/PPFDecidedRenewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps

    Malakoff Limited North Ness Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0LZ

    Received 18 Dec 2025Validated 19 Dec 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    External alterations plus solar PV installation proposed, changing the buildings roofline and appearance with renewable energy equipment.

    Proposed external alterations and PV installation.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0LZ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Renewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    18 Dec 2025
    Validated
    19 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  20. Ref SHE/2025/307/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    Nodri Ltd Staney Hill Industrial Estate Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0NA

    Received 12 Dec 2025Validated 12 Dec 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans to extend the existing workshop and office buildings, adding new floor space and updated elevations to support the business.

    To extend the existing workshop and office.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0NA
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    12 Dec 2025
    Validated
    12 Dec 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  21. Ref SHE/2025/269/CACDecidedDemolition & Site Clearance

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

    Received 16 Oct 2025Validated 16 Oct 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed conservation-area consent to demolish two flatted blocks (eight dwellings), clearing the site for redevelopment.

    Conservation Area Consent for the demolition of two buildings comprising eight flatted dwellings.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0YP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Demolition & Site Clearance
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    16 Oct 2025
    Validated
    16 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  22. Ref SHE/2025/268/PPFDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    38 St Olaf Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0DA

    Received 16 Oct 2025Validated 23 Oct 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Would replace two external doors and install two extract vents, making minor external upgrades to support improved ventilation.

    External alterations including replacement of 2 no. External doors and installation of 2 no. extract vents

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0DA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Windows, Doors & Glazing
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    16 Oct 2025
    Validated
    23 Oct 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  23. Ref SHE/2025/254/PPFDecidedRenewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps

    Mareel Carpark Gutters Gaet Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0WQ

    Received 25 Sept 2025Validated 25 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Erect a bike shelter in Mareels car park, including e-bike charging facilities.

    To erect a bike shelter within Mareel's carpark with e-bike charging facilities.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0WQ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Renewable Energy, EV & Heat Pumps
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    25 Sept 2025
    Validated
    25 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  24. Ref SHE/2024/204/DCON2DecidedLegal / Administrative

    Garrison Theatre Market Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0JN

    Received 19 Sept 2025Validated 19 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Listed building consent condition discharge (hopper details) for works approved under 2024/204/LBC.

    Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning condition 2 (hoppers) of listed building consent 2024/204/LBC.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0JN
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    19 Sept 2025
    Validated
    19 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  25. Ref SHE/2025/246/PPFDecidedWindows, Doors & Glazing

    St Margaret's Harbour Street Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0JS

    Received 18 Sept 2025Validated 18 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Remedial works at church naves: full replacement of leaded glass windows, reworking stonework and adding protective polycarbonate 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
    4/10
    Received
    18 Sept 2025
    Validated
    18 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  26. Ref SHE/2025/242/PPFDecidedParking, Access & Highways

    Huws Gray Ltd Freefield Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0NH

    Received 18 Sept 2025Validated 22 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Proposed realignment of an existing core path, with stopping up of Freefield Road and installation of security fencing and gates.

    To realign existing Core Path; stopping up of Freefield Road and erection of security fencing and gates.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0NH
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    18 Sept 2025
    Validated
    22 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  27. Ref SHE/2025/238/TCADecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    19 Bank Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0DT

    Received 18 Sept 2025Validated 18 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Works proposed to cut back an existing tree and remove branches along the Bank Lane verge.

    To cut back existing tree and remove branches.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0DT
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    18 Sept 2025
    Validated
    18 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  28. Ref SHE/2025/229/PPFPending ConsiderationParking, Access & Highways

    Shetland Rural Centre Staney Hill Industrial Estate Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0NA

    Received 09 Sept 2025Validated 12 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans for an agricultural access track and hardstanding/laydown area, plus filter strips and swales for drainage.

    To create agricultural access track and hardstanding/laydown area; install filter strip and swales.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0NA
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    09 Sept 2025
    Validated
    12 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  29. Ref SHE/2025/224/PADecidedOutbuildings & Ancillary Structures

    The Mills Beosetter Bressay Shetland ZE2 9EP

    Received 03 Sept 2025Validated 03 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Replace the existing Nissan hut with an agricultural general-purpose shed (about 12m x 4.88m) on the site.

    Replace existing Nissan Hut with Agricultural General Purpose Shed 12M x 4.88M

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE2 9EP
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Outbuildings & Ancillary Structures
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    03 Sept 2025
    Validated
    03 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay
  30. Ref SHE/2025/222/PPFDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    L&M Engineering (UK) Ltd Gremista Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0PX

    Received 29 Aug 2025Validated 01 Sept 2025Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans to extend the existing engineering workshop with a new purpose-built workshop building for expanded business operations.

    To extend existing workshop with new workshop building to house expanded engineering business.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0PX
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    29 Aug 2025
    Validated
    01 Sept 2025
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick North and Bressay