Argyll and Bute Council has urged local residents living in conservation areas or listed buildings to contact the council over property changes.

The council has issued a reminder that, if your home is listed, or is in one of the conversation areas, planning permission will likely be required before making any alterations. Listed buildings will also need specific consent for any internal or external alterations if they affect the historic fabric of the building.

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Some small-scale developments do not need planning permission.

Policy Lead for Planning and Regulatory Services, Councillor David Kinniburgh, said: "Argyll and Bute is steeped in history and we are very proud of the beautiful towns and villages we have.

"Because of this, we have created a set of guidelines for businesses and home owners in our conservation areas and listed buildings, to provide them with useful information regarding making changes to their property.

"This has been done to protect our natural built heritage and historic landscape for future generations, and it is vital that people read this if they are considering making alterations to affected properties."

Argyll and Bute has a total of 32 designated conservation areas, from Campbeltown to Tobermory.

A full list of the conservation areas is available on the council's website.

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