Mark's 30+ years’ experience in public and private sector development management gives him a deep understanding of planning across Scotland.

Having been an integral member of the planning team that secured permission for a major greenbelt development for one of the UK's largest banking institutions, Mark has an enthusiasm for planning and all the challenges it presents - both urban and rural.

It is no exaggeration that gaining the right planning permission can be a life-changing experience for some clients and when you are involved with multi-million pound developments, the pressure is on. Mark's experience at the sharp end of planning spans economic development, tourism, heritage, residential and more.

As Head of our Scotland planning team, he leads on some ground-breaking projects to release economic and employment potential, as well as embracing sustainable development and green growth areas. Mark's professionalism and expertise means clients realise their development goals even in challenging circumstances.

As planning adapts to the changing political landscape, so has Mark's depth of knowledge. With a background in local government, he is well connected and thrives on the challenges of his role - whether it is community engagement, committee presentations, expert witness or providing advice to charitable organisations.

Mark is MRTPI accredited.

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Experience

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Planning

Develop winning planning strategies that deliver successful projects
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Planning Consultancy

Comprehensive planning strategy and submission advice - tailored to your site and your objectives.

Our insights

Cairn Uish Insights 13.02.23

The National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) is being adopted today (13 Feb) by the Scottish Parliament and from this date will form part of the adopted Development Plan in Scotland. Writes Mark Myles, Head of Planning, Scotland

New Scottish planning policy encourages expansion of renewables

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Climate and nature Insights 13.02.23

The National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) was approved by the Scottish Parliament on 11 January 2023 and will today (13 Feb) be adopted by the Scottish Government.

Climate and nature at the heart of new Scottish planning framework

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scotland-planning-capabilities Reports & Briefings 01.11.21

Bidwells is a market leader in planning services, delivering a diversity of projects across the UK.

Our Capabilities - Scotland Planning

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Image of Garden Village_smaller Insights 11.11.21

The long-anticipated Draft NPF4 was published for consultation by The Scottish Government yesterday evening (10 November). Given that climate change and the climate emergency are key themes and referenced over 100 times throughout the document, it’s no coincidence that the publication has coincided with the timing of COP26.

Fourth National Planning Framework inevitably focusses on sustainability and locality

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Little Trochry - Changes to Permitted Development Rights Briefing 24.02.21

The Scottish Government recently announced its new rules for the development of agricultural buildings, bringing with it some very positive news for farmers.

Changes to Permitted Development Rights is positive news for Scottish farmers

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Edinburgh Castle - Planning Briefing 09.09.20

Covid-19, Climate Change, Net Zero Emissions… the Scottish planning system is responding to an influx of issues as well as updating other elements of the planning system such as public consultation. We are delighted to share Bidwells’ September Planning Update which aims to keep you updated on these current consultations and associated timescales.

Planning in Scotland: An Update - September 2020

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RNLI

Our expertise and analysis added value to the planning application for the erection of new facility to accommodate an enhanced lifeboat fleet at Anstruther Harbour. Our in-depth appraisal supported the application and quelled local anxieties surrounding the siting and scale of the proposal.

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Peel Land and Property

Our client wanted to regenerate older 7,000 sqm sections of Straiton Retail Park to attract new tenants to this high footfall, modern shopping experience on the outskirts of Edinburgh. The scale and complexity of the project raised several planning issues, which we overcame.

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