Paragraph 16 F1

(1)

The Scottish Ministers may (in accordance with paragraph 17) make, or alter, a scheme if—

(a)

they have given a planning authority a direction under paragraph 6, and

(b)

they are satisfied that the planning authority are not fulfilling the duty arising from that direction within a reasonable period.

(2)

In order to satisfy themselves of the matter mentioned in sub-paragraph (1)(b), the Scottish Ministers must cause a local inquiry or other hearing to be held by a person appointed by them.

Annotations

Textual amendments

F1: Sch. 5A inserted (1.4.2024 for specified purposes, 5.12.2024 in so far as not already in force) by Planning (Scotland) Act 2019 (asp 13), ss. 15(3), 63(2); S.S.I. 2024/79, reg. 2(1)(2)(b)(4); S.S.I. 2024/252, reg. 2(2)(b)