Planning & Building Services

Local authorities may take action against owners or occupiers of neglected, unsightly or littered properties.

Owners of land or property which is entered on a local authority derelict sites register may have to pay a levy.

Local authorities maintain a public register of derelict sites.

Local authorities may prepare guidelines for the design and building of new houses in rural areas.

Local authorities may provide financial support to business owners to improve the appearance of shop fronts and commercial properties on public streets.

Local authorities may provide financial support to community and business groups for projects to improve local towns and villages.

The Town Centre First policy aims to create town centres that function as viable, vibrant and attractive locations for people to live, work and visit, while also functioning as the service, social, cultural and recreational hub for the local community.