Solar and renewables in East Lothian

East Lothian received 28 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 3 battery storage sites and 8 heat pumps. All 16 decided so far were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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26/00735/P 2 days ago Awaiting decision

6 Macnair Avenue North Berwick EH39 4QY

Alterations, extensions to house and installation of air source heat pump

Planning Permission East Lothian
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26/00675/P 7 Jul 2026 Awaiting decision

10 Glebe Crescent Athelstaneford East Lothian EH39 5BG

Installation of solar panels and external battery

East Lothian 7 Jul 2026
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26/00706/P 2 Jul 2026 Awaiting decision

35 Letham Mains Holdings Letham Haddington EH41 4HA

Erection of storage building with installed solar panels

East Lothian 2 Jul 2026
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26/00677/P 24 Jun 2026 Awaiting decision

Fairways 3 Main Street Gullane EH31 2BT

Installation of solar panels

Planning Permission East Lothian 24 Jun 2026
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26/00598/P 24 Jun 2026 Awaiting decision

9 Limekilns Pencaitland Tranent East Lothian EH34 5HF

Installation of solar panels

Planning Permission East Lothian 24 Jun 2026
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26/00504/P 22 Jun 2026 Decided

Land West Of Stable House Clerkington Letham EH41 4NJ

Change of use of agricultural land for the installation of solar panels for domestic use

Planning Permission East Lothian 22 Jun 2026
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need planning permission for solar panels on a house?
Most rooftop solar PV is permitted development if it doesn't project above the highest part of the roof or more than 200mm from the surface. Conservation areas, listed buildings and World Heritage Sites usually require full planning permission or Listed Building Consent.
Do you need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
In most cases an outdoor heat pump unit smaller than 1.5m³ (raised in 2025 from 0.6m³) and at least 1m from the boundary qualifies as permitted development. Listed buildings and conservation areas may need full permission.
How big can a solar farm be without planning permission?
Ground-mounted commercial solar farms above 50kW effectively always require full planning permission. Smaller rooftop installations on industrial or agricultural buildings can sometimes use prior-approval rights under Part 14 of the GPDO.
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