Scottish Government

Realise development potential of the Inner Moray Firth and deliver infrastructure to support development in the A96 Inverness to Nairn Corridor.

NPF2 Paragraph Reference

33, 58, 133, 176, 214, 216, Map 9

Contribution to NPF Strategy

• Support the development of Scotland's cities as key drivers of the economy.
• Expands opportunities for communities and businesses by promoting environmental quality and good connectivity.
• Encourages the supply of new homes in places where people want to live.

2009-2010 - A96 Growth Corridor Development Framework to be fed into the preparation of the Highland-wide Local Development Plan, associated action programmes and development management decisions.

2009 - 2010 onwards - Work in partnership to co-ordinate activity, investment and action across the public and private sector to facilitate the delivery of the A96 Corridor infrastructure phasing programme and STPR A96 corridor transport infrastructure.

2009-2010 onwards - Planning applications to be submitted in line with the A96 Growth Corridor Development Framework. Consider the need for further Environmental Assessment and Appropriate Assessment work. Protect Natura 2000 sites by ensuring appropriate assessment of the proposal, including assessment of effects in combination with other plans and projects.

Lead Partner(s)/Delivery Bodies (1)

Scottish Water , SEPA, SNH, Transport Scotland, Network Rail, Scottish Government (Directorate for the Built Environment), developers, community. Highlands and Islands Enterprise

July, 2011 - the Proposed Highland Wide Local Development Plan was published in September 2010. Subject to completion of planning obligations, The Highland Council is minded to grant planning permissions for Inverness Airport Business Park and a major urban extension of Inverness at East Seafield and Stratton. Transport Scotland has commissioned and received a design study for upgrade of the A96 between Inverness and Nairn, including a Nairn by-pass.

Lead Partner(s)/Delivery Bodies (2)