In Scotland, applications to build and operate power stations and to install overhead power lines are made to the Scottish Ministers for consent. Applications are considered by Scottish Ministers where they are:
- in excess of 50 megawatts (MW) for onshore wind farms and power stations that are not wholly or mainly driven by water (such as coal/gas fired or nuclear plant)
- overhead power lines and associated infrastructure, as well as large gas and oil pipelines.
Such applications cover new developments as well as modifications to existing developments. Applications below these thresholds are made to the relevant local planning authority.
From 1 June 2011 the threshold for applications for hydroelectric generating stations was raised to cover applications for proposed developments in excess of 50MW. This means that applications for hydroelectric stations of 50MW or below should now be made to the relevant planning authority.
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Please note that the database of applications is currently being updated and will only show the status of applications as at 17 January. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.