Comments to the reporter on Ferniehill Appeal
This letter offers comments on the relevance of the Mossend decision, to the determination Ferniehill appeal. We lay out that the Mossend decision made it clear that NPF4, including policy 16, applied from its adoption in February 2016, whether or not there is a 'new style' Local Development Plan
Planning Resources
This resource provides information on strategic and local planning across Scotland and gives links to the websites containing planning information for particular areas.
Worksheet Green Belts Activity A
What is greenspace, Green Belt and brownfield? Match the description to one of these.
Consultations and Briefings 2020-22
29/11/22 The Future of National Parks in ScotlandAPRS and SCNP response to NatureScot consultation 31/03/22 Draft National Planning Framework 4APRS
Green Belt Campaigning 2020-22
Our responses, policies and statements on topics relevant to APRS's aims
The Climate Emergency – The Role of Scotland’s Rural Landscapes
Our landscapes have a key role to play in tackling the climate emergency and nature crisis. They are central to many of the likely changes which will result from climate change itself and from the actions we must take to tackle it. Taking an overall landscape view enables an integrated approach to the climate emergency to take place. This briefing expands on the role of landscape to tackle the climate emergency.
APRS Countryside Protectors Educator Notes
Notes for teachers and other educators around Scotland's new Deposit Return System, Green Belts and National Parks.
Advice Note for Green Belts
This advice note explains the purpose of green belts and what protection they offer.
Planning Case Studies 2009-2014
These Case Studies provide examples of cases where we have provided advice and guidance.to help local communities engage with landscape change in their areas.. They provide an insight into the type of work we do.