Consents and permissions
Scheduled monuments
These pages explain the consents which apply to scheduled monuments and why they matter. You can also get advice and make applications.
Other consents and requirements
Listed building and conservation area consent
If you live in one of Scotland's listed buildings or conservation areas, you might need consent if you plan to make changes to your property.
Marine consent
Find out how we advise on looking after Historic Marine Protected Areas, including our role in assessing the impacts of works subject to consent processes.
Reporting finds
What to do if you think you have found something of archaeological significance in Scotland, plus information on the treatment of human remains.
The compliance process
Works at scheduled monuments without permission are against the law. Find out how to report unauthorised works and how we investigate through a process known as compliance.