The future of development in Scotland is being decided now

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Scotland’s planning landscape is evolving rapidly. Every Local Planning Authority (LPA) is progressing through critical stages of its Local Development Plan (LDP). These plans will define where growth can happen, which sites are prioritised, and how land use is shaped for years to come. The plan period of LDPs have been extended from 5 years to 10 years. If your site is not allocated now it will be a long wait for the next opportunity. For businesses and land promoters, these decisions are not just policy - they are opportunity.

At Third Revolution Projects (TRP), we’ve compiled a RAG-coded analysis of every Scottish LPA, capturing their current LDP stages and highlighting when and where you need to engage. This resource offers clarity on which councils are at critical junctures - from Evidence Reports to Calls for Sites - and where strategic input can still shape outcomes.

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Why should businesses and land promoters act now?

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Timing is everything:

Many LPAs are entering or are already in crucial phases like Calls for Sites/Ideas or Proposed Plans. Missing these windows means missing opportunities to influence land allocations.

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Policy shapes profitability:

The policies being set today will affect land values, development potential, and investment returns for the next decade.

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In house viability expertise:

TRP is uniquely placed to be able to offer high-level financial appraisals to support land promotions, demonstrating deliverability and instilling confidence in your submission.

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Early engagement equals influence:

Those who engage early can align their interests with the plan-making process, ensuring their voice is heard before decisions are finalised.

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Why work with TRP?

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Inside knowledge:

Our RAG analysis reveals not just timelines, but the urgency of action in each LPA.

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Strategic advice:

We help you identify the right moments to engage and tailor your submissions for maximum impact.

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Track record:

With expertise in navigating planning policy, TRP is your partner in securing opportunities within Scotland’s changing planning framework.

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‍Next steps

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Now is the time to act. Whether you are a land promoter, developer, or business with an interest in future growth, TRP can guide you through this complex process.

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‍Contact us today to access our full RAG-coded LDP insights and secure your place in Scotland’s planning future.

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‍Stefano Smith (Planning Director – Scotland Lead)

(e) stefano.smith@thirdrevolutionprojects.co.uk

(m) +44 (0)7464 744337

‍Dan Hay (Planning Director – Economics & Social Impact (ESI) Lead)

(e) dan.hay@thirdrevolutionprojects.co.uk  

(d) +44 (0) 18 6556 0008

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