Apply for scheduled monument consent in Scotland
How to apply for scheduled monument consent (SMC) in Scotland. Covers when consent is needed, what class consents …
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Heritage offences and penalties in Scotland
Quick reference for criminal offences and penalties relating to unauthorised works to scheduled monuments, listed buildings, and conservation areas in Scotland. Covers enforcement notices, prosecution, and sentencing.
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Criminal offences and penalties for unauthorised works to heritage assets in Scotland.
Scheduled monument offences
Listed building offences
Enforcement powers
Local planning authorities have broad powers to enforce heritage protection through formal notices. There is no time limit for issuing listed building enforcement notices.
For step-by-step guidance on applying for the relevant consent, see Apply for scheduled monument consent, Apply for listed building consent, or Working in conservation areas.