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Convert a redundant building (wartime cinema) to a house, construct an access track, and upgrade an access

Old Cinema, Former Aerodrome, Sandwick, Orkney

DecidedReference: 25/161/PPOrkney Islands

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Application summary

Status
Decided
Application type
Planning Permission
Received
5 May 2025
Validated
5 May 2025
Determination deadline
Not published
Local authority
Orkney Islands

Application overview

Convert a redundant building (wartime cinema) to a house, construct an access track, and upgrade an access

Proposal details

Reference
25/161/PP
Alternative references
100710613-001
Ward
West Mainland
Agent
KW15 1DN

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Application location

Old Cinema, Former Aerodrome, Sandwick, Orkney

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Documents 9 of 9

DocumentPublishedAction
Floor, Elevation & Section PlanDrawing - Approved · PDF19 Aug 2025View
Location & Site PlanDrawing - Approved · PDF19 Aug 2025View
ApprovedDecision Notice · PDF19 Aug 2025View
Planning Handling ReportPlanning Handling Report · PDF14 Aug 2025View
Roads ServicesConsultation Response · PDF13 Aug 2025View
Islands archaeologistConsultation Response · PDF17 Jun 2025View
Scottish WaterConsultation Response · PDF29 May 2025View
Biodiversity Enhancement FormSupporting Document · PDF5 May 2025View
Planning PermissionApplication Form · PDF5 May 2025View

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