The Local Place Plan
Local Place Plans (LPPs) are a type of plan introduced by the Planning (Scotland) Act 2019. LPPs give communities a statutory right to have their own policy proposals for the development and use of land taken into account by the planning system.
Thanks to the work of dedicated volunteers from the Development Trust membership, a PH8 plan was submitted to Perth and Kinross Council on 6 May 2025. This document is the result of extensive consultation with the community.
Vision for PH8
"Dunkeld, Birnam and surrounding communities are thriving, well connected, safe and resilient, with a healthy, flourishing and accessible natural environment. Transitioning towards self sufficiency in energy and as a model for locally grown food, residents and visitors alike are housed in appropriate, affordable and suitably sited accommodation, with access to a rich variety of shops and services.
Our communities offer sites for sustainable and vibrant business and third/ charitable sector activity, adding to the richness of heritage and history which make this place so unique.
Our citizens have opportunities to live active and healthy lives, with the fabric of our community underpinned by a sound, representative and community minded model of civic governance."
Dunkeld, Birnam & District
