Shetland Islands Council Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Shetland Islands Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

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Rear extensions Loft conversions Householder applications Tree works & TPO Listed building consent Change of use Annexes & granny flats Solar panels Barn conversions Basement extensions

About Shetland Islands Council Planning Authority

Shetland Islands Council serves as the local authority for the Shetland Islands, one of Scotland's 32 council areas. Established in 1975 through the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973, the council has remained stable through subsequent local government reforms. Its headquarters is located in Lerwick, making it central to planning and development activities across the islands. The council was established in 16 May 1975. The council is currently led by Emma Macdonald (Independent), who has held the position since 23 May 2022. Maggie Sandison serves as Chief Executive since 28 February 2018. The council comprises 23 councillors, with the most recent election held on 5 May 2022.

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Shetland Islands Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Shetland Islands Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.