Councillors overturn officers’ refusal to approve family home extension
A cottage extension to make space for a family of six has been given the go ahead after committee members overturned planning officers’ refusal.
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New home beside Clickimin loch wins committee’s approval
A new home could be built beside Clickimin loch overlooking the historic broch after the SIC’s planning committee gave its backing today (Monday).
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Five homes planned for near marina
Five new homes could be built near to Cunningsburgh Marina, under plans lodged this week with the SIC.
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Council to unveil next phase of Knab redevelopment plans
The public will be invited to view plans for the next phase of the Knab redevelopment at a series of consultation events this summer. Shetland…
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Council rent hike could be ‘straw that breaks the camel’s back’
A row broke out over the proposed council rent hike with one councillor warning it could be the “straw that breaks the camel’s back”.
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Council rents proposed to increase 2.5 per cent
Council rents are set to rise by 2.5 per cent in April – the lowest of three potential hikes previously under consideration. The SIC launched…
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Family wins appeal for ‘forever home’ after emotional speech to planning committee
A young family can begin work on their “forever home” after councillors agreed they did not need to spend £20,000 on a new road junction.
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Council tenants to face rent hike of up to 4.2 per cent
Council tenants will see their rents increased by up to 4.2 per cent next year.
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Health workers struggling to find accommodation amid housing crisis
The health board is facing “huge” challenges bringing essential workers to Shetland due to a lack of accommodation.
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New King Harald Street flats are revealed
Hjaltland Housing has taken the wraps off its latest development at King Harald Street. Built by DITT Construction Ltd, the project sees the provision of…
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Isles folk recognised in Queen’s New Year Honours list
Two Shetland people will be awarded British Empire Medals after being recognised in the Queen’s New Year Honours list.
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Planning review body turns down housing application
A housing application has been turned down following a planning appeal, despite two elected members insisting new homes were badly needed.
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Work commences on new affordable homes in Gulberwick
Work has begun on new affordable homes in Heathery Park, Gulberwick. Hjaltland Housing Association has started building 12 properties after it received support from Shetland…
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MSP Todd welcomes £10m fund to protect struggling tenants
Nobody who finds themselves struggling to pay their rent will be left without support, according to Highlands and Islands MSP Maree Todd. The SNP representative…
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