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4 Bells Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0QB

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Pending Consideration
Scale 4
/Roof Works/Windows & Doors/Dormer// One Point Five Storey Extension/ Porch

Proposed 1.5 storey extension, dormer extension and porch extension to the dwellinghouse, plus four windows to the roof.

Added 4 Nov

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9 Annsbrae Place Lerwick ZE1 0BW

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Decided
Scale 2
/Sycamore Tree Crown Reduction/Tree Crown Reduction/Trees// White Beech Beam Tree Reduction

Crown reduction and thinning of sycamores, reduction of leaning whitebeams, and pruning of a willow.

Added 23 Sept

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41 Kantersted Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RJ

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Decided
Scale 2
/Facade / Exterior

Roof refurbishment or replacement with like-for-like tiles, changing colour from red to black/grey.

Added 18 Sept

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  1. Ref SHE/2026/221/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    4 Bells Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0QB

    Received 28 Oct 2026Validated 03 Nov 2026Updated 04 Nov 2026

    Proposed 1.5 storey extension, dormer extension and porch extension to the dwellinghouse, plus four windows to the roof.

    To erect a 1.5 storey extension to the north elevation, a dormer extension to the east elevation, and a porch extension to the west elevation of the existing dwellinghouse. Installation of four windows to the east elevation of the roof

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0QB
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    28 Oct 2026
    Validated
    03 Nov 2026
    Last Scraped
    04 Nov 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  2. Ref SHE/2026/201/TCADecidedTrees, Ecology & Green Space

    9 Annsbrae Place Lerwick ZE1 0BW

    Received 21 Sept 2026Validated 21 Sept 2026Updated 23 Sept 2026

    Crown reduction and thinning of sycamores, reduction of leaning whitebeams, and pruning of a willow.

    Crown reduction and selective thinning of a group of sycamore trees to reduce overhanging branches and minimise shading impacts on neighbouring properties. Reduction of whitebeam trees due to their significant lean towards a boundary wall and overhang above an adjacent lane. Pruning of a willow tree to improve its condition and manage...

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    Postcode
    ZE1 0BW
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Trees, Ecology & Green Space
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    21 Sept 2026
    Validated
    21 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    23 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  3. Ref SHE/2026/197/CLUPDecidedRoof Works & Dormers

    41 Kantersted Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RJ

    Received 16 Sept 2026Validated 18 Sept 2026Updated 18 Sept 2026

    Roof refurbishment or replacement with like-for-like tiles, changing colour from red to black/grey.

    Would we require permission to change the colour of our roof that requires refurbishment or replacement with like for like tiles from the current colour red to black/grey.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0RJ
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Roof Works & Dormers
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    16 Sept 2026
    Validated
    18 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    18 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  4. Ref SHE/2026/185/PPFPending ConsiderationParking, Access & Highways

    8 South Lochside Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RA

    Received 31 Aug 2026Validated 17 Sept 2026Updated 18 Sept 2026

    Proposed creation of a new vehicular access.

    Create vehicular access.

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    Postcode
    ZE1 0RA
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Parking, Access & Highways
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    31 Aug 2026
    Validated
    17 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    18 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  5. Ref SHE/2026/184/PPFPending ConsiderationExtensions & Enlargements

    23 Gressy Loan Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0YB

    Received 31 Aug 2026Validated 01 Sept 2026Updated 02 Sept 2026

    Single-storey south extension, SUDS device installation, and oil tank relocation.

    To erect single storey extension to south elevation, install SUDS device and relocate oil tank

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0YB
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    31 Aug 2026
    Validated
    01 Sept 2026
    Last Scraped
    02 Sept 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  6. 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
  7. Ref SHE/2026/163/PPFDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    5 Baila Croft Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0EY

    Received 10 Aug 2026Validated 11 Aug 2026Updated 13 Aug 2026

    Demolishing the porch and adding a single-storey extension to a house.

    To demolish existing entrance porch and erect single storey extension to existing dwellinghouse.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0EY
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    10 Aug 2026
    Validated
    11 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    13 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  8. Ref SHE/2026/164/PPFPending ConsiderationTelecommunications

    Coastguard Station Knab Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0AX

    Received 12 Aug 2026Validated 12 Aug 2026Updated 13 Aug 2026

    Replacing a radio mast with a 28m steel lattice structure carrying multiple antennas.

    Erection of a replacement 28m high galvanised steel lattice radio mast upon which 7 folded dipole antennas and a sloping long wire antenna will be mounted.

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    Postcode
    ZE1 0AX
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Telecommunications
    Impact Scale
    5/10
    Received
    12 Aug 2026
    Validated
    12 Aug 2026
    Last Scraped
    13 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  9. 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.

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    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
  10. 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
  11. 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

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    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
  12. Ref SHE/2026/138/PPFPending ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Bruce Hostel Twageos Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0BA

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

    Convert former hostel and groundskeepers cottage into flats, with demolition of a fire-stair/outbuildings block, plus revised parking and landscaping.

    Proposed change of use, restoration and conversion of former hostel building and groundskeepers cottage to form 8 no flats plus 1 no. 1 bedroom residential unit. Demolition of block-built fire-stair extension & outbuilding stores / garage, reconfiguration of parking & landscaping.

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    Postcode
    ZE1 0BA
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    30 Jun 2026
    Validated
    09 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  13. Ref SHE/2026/139/LBCPending ConsiderationChange of Use & Conversions

    Bruce Hostel Twageos Road Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0BA

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

    Works to convert a former hostel into 8 flats, add a roof over the courtyard, improve access with lift/stair, and alter a cottage into a home; includes some demolition.

    Alterations to former hostel building including removal of chimneys, reinstatement of window opening on NW elevation, removal and replacement of harling, reconfiguration of internal layout to form 8no. flats, construction of roof over central courtyard, construction of new accessible entrance door, lift and fire/access stair, alteratio...

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    Postcode
    ZE1 0BA
    Status
    Pending Consideration
    Category
    Change of Use & Conversions
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    30 Jun 2026
    Validated
    09 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    30 Jul 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  14. 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
  15. Ref SHE/2023/112/DCONDecidedLegal / Administrative

    14 South Lochside Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0RA

    Received 28 Jul 2026Validated 28 Jul 2026Updated 27 Aug 2026

    Condition 04 (Scottish Water) approval sought for planning application 2023/112/PPF, covering required details rather than new building works.

    Application for consent, agreement or approval required by planning Condition: 04 (Scottish Water) of planning application 2023/112/PPF.

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    Postcode
    ZE1 0RA
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Legal / Administrative
    Impact Scale
    2/10
    Received
    28 Jul 2026
    Validated
    28 Jul 2026
    Last Scraped
    27 Aug 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  16. 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.

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    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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
  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/2026/048/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
  27. 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
  28. Ref SHE/2026/033/LBCDecidedMechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation

    Town Hall Hillhead Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0SE

    Received 17 Feb 2026Validated 08 Apr 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Replace existing radiators with matching new cast-iron units and run internal pipework to connect the building to district heating.

    Replace cast iron radiators with new cast iron radiators to match existing as closely as possible and install pipework within building to connect to District Heating.

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0SE
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Mechanical Plant, Flues & Ventilation
    Impact Scale
    3/10
    Received
    17 Feb 2026
    Validated
    08 Apr 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  29. Ref SHE/2026/032/PPFDecidedInternal Works & Accessibility

    2 Fogralea Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0SE

    Received 16 Feb 2026Validated 24 Feb 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans to demolish and rebuild the front porch and renew external cladding to the main house as part of a refurbishment.

    Proposed demolition and replacement of front porch and external cladding to main property (refurbishment)

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0SE
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Internal Works & Accessibility
    Impact Scale
    4/10
    Received
    16 Feb 2026
    Validated
    24 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South
  30. Ref SHE/2026/029/PPFDecidedExtensions & Enlargements

    14 Hayfield Lane Lerwick Shetland ZE1 0QD

    Received 11 Feb 2026Validated 12 Feb 2026Updated 26 Jun 2026

    Plans for two extensions to an existing dwelling, creating additional rooms and updating the house elevations on Hayfield Lane, Lerwick.

    To construct two extensions to existing dwelling house

    More planning details
    Postcode
    ZE1 0QD
    Status
    Decided
    Category
    Extensions & Enlargements
    Impact Scale
    6/10
    Received
    11 Feb 2026
    Validated
    12 Feb 2026
    Last Scraped
    26 Jun 2026
    Ward
    Lerwick South