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Planning and the environment

West Lothian has one of the fastest growing populations in Scotland and the council is committed to managing this growth in an environmentally sustainable way, by managing resources such as water and land efficiently, to conserve energy and the external environment.

Supplementary Planning Guidance

Supplementary Planning Guidance

The council has produced a number of SPG documents and developer contribution policies for applicants.

How the local plan shapes our environment

Development Plan

The structure plan and local plan provide guidance on the location of development across West Lothian.

construction work

Building Standards

For building warrant applications, completion certificates, a "letter of comfort", or to report a dangerous building.

water

Energy conservation

Find out more about energy conservation and check your own carbon footprint.

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Online facilities

You can access a range of council services at the touch of a button.

Development Management

Submit or view a planning application. Staff contact details.

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