Plannings

Planning & Development

Current Applications

Rosewell & District Community Council is consulted on planning applications that may have a significant impact on our area. This includes larger housing proposals, changes of use, infrastructure works and other developments that could affect local amenity, traffic, environment or community facilities.

While we are not part of Midlothian Council’s Planning Authority, we have a statutory right to be consulted on certain applications and to submit comments that reflect the views of the community.

At our meetings, we review relevant applications and discuss:

  • The scale and nature of the proposal
  • Potential impact on roads, parking and traffic
  • Effects on neighbouring properties
  • Environmental considerations
  • Consistency with the Local Development Plan

Details of current planning applications affecting Rosewell & District can be viewed on Midlothian Council’s planning portal. Where appropriate, we will also highlight significant applications on our website and meeting agendas.

If you wish to raise any matters relating to a planning application, please contact the Community Council using our published contact details so that we can consider your views.

Major Developments

Major developments are typically defined as larger-scale proposals such as:

  • Significant housing developments
  • Commercial or industrial sites
  • Renewable energy installations
  • Infrastructure projects
  • Proposals affecting protected or sensitive land

These types of applications can have long-term impacts on the character and infrastructure of our village. As a statutory consultee, the Community Council may submit formal representations on such proposals after discussing them at a public meeting.

We encourage residents to stay informed and to participate in consultation events arranged by developers, as well as submitting their own comments directly to Midlothian Council. Community input plays an important role in shaping outcomes.


How to Comment

(Simple Step-by-Step)

If you would like to comment on a planning application, you can do so directly through Midlothian Council.

Step 1:
Visit Midlothian Council’s website and go to the “Search and Comment on Planning Applications” page.

Step 2:
Search by application reference number, postcode, address or keyword.

Step 3:
Select the relevant application to view full details, including plans and supporting documents.

Step 4:
 Click on the option to submit a comment.

Step 5:
Complete the online form with your name and address (comments cannot usually be anonymous). Clearly outline your support, concerns or objections, focusing on relevant planning matters such as traffic, noise, design, environment or local infrastructure.

Step 6:
Submit your comment before the stated deadline. Late comments may not be considered.

You may also contact your local Midlothian Councillors if you feel an issue requires further attention. If you would like the Community Council to be aware of your concerns, please copy us into your correspondence or contact us separately.

Useful Planning Links

For further information, the following resources may be helpful:

  • Midlothian Council – Search and Comment on Planning Applications Midlothian Council Online Planning
    Search for planning applications
  • Midlothian Local Development Plan
  • Midlothian Council Planning Policy Guidance
  • Scottish Government Planning and Environmental Appeals Division (DPEA)
  • ePlanning Scotland Portal

These links provide guidance on how the planning system works, how decisions are made, and how communities can engage effectively in the process.

The Community Council is committed to ensuring that the voice of Rosewell & District is heard in planning matters that shape the future of our area.