Solar and renewables in Western Isles

Western Isles received 25 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 1 battery storage site and 6 heat pumps. All 18 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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2 days ago Awaiting decision 26/00377/PPD

Eabhal Business Park Balivanich Isle Of Benbecula

Install new photo-voltaic solar panels onto the existing roofs to serve units 1-5 at Eabhal Business Park.

Planning Permission (Detailed) Western Isles
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9 Jul 2026 Awaiting decision 26/00248/PPD

Maltings Shed Nunton Balivanich Isle Of Benbecula

Change of use of land and construction of steel framed building for use as malting in association with distillery; associated vehicle access, drainage...

Planning Permission (Detailed) Western Isles
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9 Jul 2026 Approved 9 Sep 26/00270/PPD

Caledonian Hotel (Sty) Ltd Caledonian Hotel 5 South Beach Stornoway Isle Of Lewis HS1 2XY

Conversion of keg store to ancillary suites to the Caledonian Hotel; alterations to external wall openings to create new door and window layout; insta...

Planning Permission (Detailed) Western Isles
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6 Jul 2026 Approved 17 Sep 26/00262/PPD

43 Winfield Way Balivanich Isle Of Benbecula HS7 5LH

Change of use of no.41, 42, 44, 45 & 46 to houses and install air source heat pumps. External refurbishment of no.41 - 46 including; demolish and rebu...

Planning Permission (Detailed) Western Isles
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6 Jul 2026 Approved 17 Sep 26/00261/PPD

26 Winfield Way Balivanich Isle Of Benbecula HS7 5LH

Change of use of no. 23, 25 & 27 to houses and install air source heat pumps. External refurbishment of no.23 - 27 including; demolish and rebuild fro...

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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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