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Get free email alerts for new solar & renewables applications in Scotland
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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.
Can I get email alerts for solar & renewables planning applications anywhere in Scotland?
Yes. Click the "Set up alerts" button on this page and you'll get a daily (or weekly) email listing every new solar & renewables application submitted anywhere in Scotland. No need to pick a postcode or draw a map - pick the category once, choose your frequency, and we'll do the rest.
Solar & Renewables planning applications elsewhere
UK3,357 applicationsEngland2,813 applicationsScotland330 applications (this page)Wales158 applicationsNorthern Ireland56 applications
Other application types in Scotland
New Homes
1,033 applications
Change of Use
1,075 applications
Extensions
3,985 applications
Commercial & Major Works
927 applications
Demolition
404 applications
Listed Buildings
238 applications
Telecoms Masts
349 applications
Agricultural
412 applications
Community & Public Buildings
231 applications
Shopfronts
113 applications
Signs & Adverts
463 applications
Utility & Infrastructure
773 applications
Trees & Landscaping
708 applications
Data updated daily across Scotland's active councils.