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Perth and Kinross
Joined February 2015
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We would like to hear your views on how digital technologies can transform delivery of the building standards system. For more information, please visit blogs.gov.scot/building-stan…
Our #ClimateChange engagement survey closed on Sunday 31 January. Many thanks to everyone who responded to the survey and contributed their views and comments. The winners of the prize draw held as part of the survey will be selected and contacted by the end of February 2021.
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Our Climate Change survey is open for your views, on our Consultation Hub. Phase 2 of the survey focusses on Energy and Buildings. Take part at consult.pkc.gov.uk/housing-e…
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Very interesting week of presentations planned. Several Heads of Planning will be taking part. These are free to join and we would encourage all built environment professionals to do so.
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Remote inspection and/or alternative evidence should be considered first where it is appropriate. Physical site inspections will be considered where other options are not available or where project risks dictate that they are necessary. #construction #buildingstandards
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Site inspections by verifiers will gradually resume in Phase 2 in line with physical distancing. Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning issued guidance on use of alternative evidence and remote inspections. #construction #buildingstandards gov.scot/publications/corona…
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Some Planning Authorities have twitter accounts. Here’s a few to follow & keep informed 👉🏻👉🏻👉🏻@planningedin @PlanHighland @AberdeenLDP @ShireLDP @FifePlanning @AngusPlan @wdcplanning @ourlivepark @PKCPlanning
In response to the move into Phase 2 of the construction restart plan, building standards verifiers are updating their site inspection protocols and risks assessments to take account of the physical distancing and hygiene measures required. #construction #buildingstandards
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Non-essential construction work is currently halted except for essential and time-critical maintenance and repairs (see the Scottish Government - construction sector guidance at gov.scot/publications/corona…. Verifiers are ready to respond when activity re-starts.
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Considering re-using a vacant property? We have match funded Vacant Property Feasibility grants for architects plans, surveyors and structural engineers reports. pkc.gov.uk/vacantproperty Contact: vacantproperty@pkc.gov.uk
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Congratulations to Mike Galloway, previous Director of City Development @DundeeCouncil recognised in Queens Honour List for his work in Planning xitter.cf/rtpiplanners/status/11…
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‘Fairer Scotland: Putting people and places at the heart of future planning’ @KevinStewartSNP blog setting out Development Plan amendments & getting the Bill ‘back on track’ #planningbill #stage3 blogs.gov.scot/fairer-scotla…
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So here we go. 7 days until @PerthandKinross promote our proposals for active travel routes across @PerthCityCentre . Details attached, as well as a new web link, which will provide detail on the proposals, when it's launched in the next week #yourplaceyourfuture
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Roll up, roll up!! The next round of consultation for @PerthandKinross Community Links Plus bid takes place at the end of January. Hopefully see you then! #Yourplaceyourfuture
Congratulations @PerthandKinross for your Bertha Park Village project. Award in #SAQP2018 partnership category @SandyAdam5
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Own a pre-1919 building? Thinking about maintenance and repair to get #WinterReady? Come along tonight from 17:00 in #Perth for free advice plus info on available #grants. @PerthCityCentre @investinperth @Perthshire_SPC @PerthandKinross
Come to the #Perth Traditional Building Skills Roadshow next Mon & Tues 10am-4pm 24/25 September in King Edward Street - stonecarving, joinery, slating, decorating, info - @scottradbuild @HistEnvScot @PerthCityCentre @investinperth @PerthCollegeUHI @BraisbyRoofing @paintycait
Got lunch plans tomorrow? Places still available for Architectural Conservation CPD: Developing Appropriate Lime Specifications for Traditional Buildings, delivered by Dr William Napier @adamsnapier. Book: ow.ly/b02k30lAeGz @RICSScotland @IHBCtweet @PerthandKinross
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