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Plans and Research

The Plans and Research team’s role is to publish, monitor and review the Council’s statutory Development Plan, made up of the Structure Plan and Local Plan.  The Section also prepares Supplementary Planning Guidance to assist the implementation of the Plans.  We also maintain the databases that support the Development Plan and analyse the external and internal policies that influence it.

Our key work areas are:

Quick links for 'Life in the Borders' section:

Guided Walks - If you are interested in walking visit the outdoor diary.

Getting married?  Our online guide will take you through all that you need to know to plan your big day.

Commercial and Industrial land and property lists are now available.

Council Tax and Benefits

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