Applications for variation of section 36 consents

Guidance Note

Scottish Government, 2019
Applications for variation of section 36 consents Download document

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Current

Supplement

Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning

Series

Guidance Note

Abstract

Provides guidance on the Electricity Act 1989, specifically section 36 and the process for varying consents. Covers: the legislative framework; need for a section 36 variation procedure; types of variations that may be considered under section 36C; the EIA screening and scoping process; variation applications and EIA - working principles; change to time-limits for commencement of development; change to consented operational life; making an application to vary a section 36 consent; cost of processing a section 36 variation application; timescales; publication of application; public inquiries; deadlines; identifying consultees; decisions; and key contacts.

ISBN

9781787817173

Subjects

  • Power supply/energy
  • Energy generation and supply
  • Planning and development
  • Other planning disciplines

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The Scottish Government is the devolved government for Scotland. It is responsible for most of the issues of day-to-day concern to the people of Scotland, including health, education, justice, rural affairs, and transport. Previously known as the Scottish Executive.

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