Planning
Last updated: March 5th 2025
The Planning Applications for Rhu and Shandon or which directly affect Rhu and Shandon are listed below.
Those in our area will be listed weekly below and if the Community Council decides to comment, our submission will be linked here. Applications posted since Dec 2021 are listed below.
In general, provided an application is not controversial, the CC does not make a representation.
Applications are active, Awaiting Decision until they are listed as Decided with one of : Approve, Reject or Withdrawn.
You can view more details of the application by copying the code and pasting it into the Simple Search box on the planning page of the A&B website.
You can view the planning decisions made in a particular week from the following link. Set the Community Council ( Rhu and Shandon) and the Ward(Lomond North), the date and decided this week.
The Council can only consider certain comments about planning matters. These are called “material considerations”
February 2025
25/00152/TPO: Felling of Cypress tree: Approved Permitted Development
The Little House Pier Road Rhu Argyll And Bute G84 8LH
24/02065/TPO: Proposed felling and reductionin height of 18 various trees: Awaiting Decision
The Garden Ardenconnel Mews. Rhu G84 8LS
January 2025
24/02333/LIB: Proposed alterations to existing stone boundary wall to increase width of existing access and formation of 2 passing places: Awaiting Decision
Response of R&SCC
Land South West Of Torwood House Torwoodhill Road Rhu .
July 2024
24/01001/PP: Installation of replacement windows and doors: Awaiting Decision
Westwoodhill Station Road Rhu G84 8LW
24/01288/TP0: Felling of beech tree: Awaiting Decision
11 Cauldwell Place Rhu G84 8RH
24/01188/PP: Proposed alterations and erection of extension to dwellinghouse: Awaiting Decision
Dilmun Ferry Road Rhu G84 8NF
24/00895/PP: Erection of decking (part retrospective): Awaiting Decision
Flat 3 Garemount House Shore Road Shandon G84 8NP
June 2024
24/01064/TPO:Proposed Felling of Beech Tree : Approved
Auchtertorr Armadale Road Rhu G84 8LG
24/00888/PP:Partial demolition, refurbishment and change of use of care home to form residential apartments, and erection of 4 dwellinghouses: Awaiting Decision
Lochside Care Home Shandon G84 8NN : Response from R&SCC
May 2024
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24/00929/PP | Received: Tue 21 May 2024 | Validated: Tue 21 May 2024 : Awaiting decision
Erection of dwellinghouse, formation of vehicular access and associated works 
Land North Of Clarinish Gareloch Road Rhu Argyll And Bute
- 24/00822/LIB | Received: Fri 03 May 2024 | Validated: Wed 08 May 2024 : Awaiting decision
Erection of dwellinghouse Withdrawn
Dalarne Pier Road Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8LJ
- 24/00769/PP | Received: Fri 26 Apr 2024 | Validated: Thu 09 May 2024: Awaiting decision
Dalarne Pier Road Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8LJ
- 24/00701/TPO | Received: Tue 16 Apr 2024 | Validated: Mon 22 Apr 2024 | Status: Decided
Proposed felling of 1 Beech Tree and lopping of beech tree
Linton Lineside Walk Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8JH
- 24/00626/PP | Received: Wed 03 Apr 2024 | Validated: Wed 29 May 2024: Awaiting decision
Erection of six raised garden beds
Apartment 1 Blairvadach House Shandon Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8NN
- 24/00627/LIB | Received: Wed 03 Apr 2024 | Validated: Wed 29 May 2024: Awaiting decision
Erection of six raised garden beds
Apartment 1 Blairvadach House Shandon Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8NN
January 2024
- Non Material Amendment to Planning Permission 20/00267/PP -(Erection of dwellinghouse and formation of vehicular access) - removal of integral garage and replacement with reception room, additional bedrooms within roof space, additional velux rooflights and sliding door in place of living room
Tioram Artarman Road Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8LQ
Ref. No: 23/02372/NMA | Received: Tue 12 Dec 2023 | Validated: Tue 12 Dec 2023 | Status: Awaiting decision
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Installation of replacement windows and door
High Acre Station Road Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8LW
Ref. No: 23/02474/PP | Received: Fri 22 Dec 2023 | Validated: Fri 05 Jan 2024 | Status: Awaiting decision
Dunaivon Armadale Road Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8LG
Ref. No: 23/02180/PP | Received: Fri 10 Nov 2023 | Validated: Fri 05 Jan 2024 | Status: Awaiting decision
Retrospective application for the erection of fences and proposed planting
Blairvadach House Shandon Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8ND
Ref. No: 23/02433/PP | Received: Tue 19 Dec 2023 | Validated: Tue 23 Jan 2024 | Status: Awaiting decision
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Alterations to existing annex accommodation
Broomknowe Gareloch Road Rhu Helensburgh Argyll And Bute G84 8NH
Ref. No: 24/00084/PP | Received: Wed 17 Jan 2024 | Validated: Tue 23 Jan 2024 | Status: Awaiting decision+
Material Planning Considerations – these are details which can take into account when assessing planning applications.
• national planning policy;
• emerging policies in a development plan that is not yet approved or adopted;
• the planning history of the site, particularly any recent appeal decisions relating to the same land;
• the suitability of the site for the proposed development;
• the suitability of the type of development proposed in terms of compatibility with neighbouring property and the locality;
• design issues including the use of materials, the height, scale, bulk and layout of the development;
• potential loss of privacy or overshadowing of adjoining properties;
• the potential adverse impacts on adjoining property from noise, odours, fumes, etc;
• the economic benefits of the development through the creation of new jobs or possibly loss of local employment;
• meeting identified local needs such as affordable housing, or the creation of leisure facilities;
• the adequacy of the service infrastructure to accommodate the development, including the access arrangements to the site and level of parking provision;
• the impact of the development on the built or natural heritage of an area;
• the creation of a precedent, which might make it difficult to resist similar proposals elsewhere
The following is a rewording of the same thing
- Development Plan: Does the proposal accord with the development plan? If not, are there particular planning reasons why it should be approved. If it does conform, are there any planning reasons why it should be refused?
- Use: Is the use compatible with the character of the area? Does it affect residential amenity?
- Design: – form, massing, materials, density, scale, heights, appearance. Is the design compatible with the character of the area? Is it too big? Is the architectural quality of a high standard?
- Amenity – open space, noise, privacy,
- Does the proposal involve the loss of open space?
- Is there sufficient open space with the new development?
- Is the development likely to cause noise and disturbance? Does the development affect neighbours’ privacy or cause overshadowing. overshadowing to neighbours’ houses or gardens?
- Sustainability Does the development encourage the use of cars rather than public transport? Are there any proposals for renewable such as solar panels?
- Landscape and biodiversity Are there any trees being lost in the new development. Is the standard of new landscaping high? Are there any bats, badgers or otters on the site?
- Historic context Is the development in a conservation area or is it a listed building? Does the development affect the character or appearance of the conservation area? Does it affect the character of the listed building or its setting?
- Parking and access Is there sufficient parking in the development? Is the access safe for drivers and pedestrians?
- Developer contributions Does the developer have to pay contributions to upgrade the infrastructure? Is there a requirement for affordable housing?
- Likelihood of success at appeal Have similar cases been sustained on appeal and permission granted?
- Economic benefits Will the development be good for the economic viability and vitality of the area?
December 2023
December 25th 2023:NONE
December 18th 2023
23/02429/PP: Awaiting Decision
You And Sea Ltd Rhu Marina Pier Road Rhu G84 8LH
23/02434/LIB: Awaiting Decision
Retrospective application for the erection of fencing and proposed Planting
Blairvadach House Shandon G84 8ND
December 11th 2023
23/02377/TPO | Crowning of Norway Maple tree and 3 Wild Cherry trees: Approved
December 4th :NONE
November 2023
November 27th 2023: NONE
November 20th 2023: NONE
November 13th 2023
23/02179/TPO: Approved
Proposed felling of 7 self seeded saplings, 2 birch trees and 1 holly tree.
Land Adjacent To 5 The Briars Shandon
November 6th 2023: NONE
October 2023
October 30th 2023:NONE
October 23rd 2023: NONE
October 16th 2023: NONE
October 9th 2023: NONE
October 2nd 2023: NONE
September 2023
September 29th 2023
23/01907/PP: Approved
Alterations, erection of extention to dwellinghouse and formation of decking
Fraoch Cumberland Road Rhu G84 8DA
September 22nd 2023:
23/0176/PP : Approved
23/01760/LIB:Approved
Torwood Cottage Armadale Road Rhu G84 8LG
23/01410/PP: Awaiting Decision
External/internal alterations and extensions to dwellinghouse and demolition of existing boat shed
23/01412/LIB Awaiting decision
Armadale Gareloch Road Rhu Helensburgh G84 8NE
September 15th 2023: NONE
September 8th 2023
23/01770/ELCNOT:Awaiting Decision
Proposed installation of 11kV Overhead Electric Line
Line Between Willow Barn, Glen Fruin And Ballievoulin Farm,
September 1st 2023
23/01502/PP: Awaiting Decision
Erection of dwellinghouse and formation of new vehicular access
Land Between Lagarie Lodge And Lagarie House, Torwoodhill Road, Rhu,
August 2023
Aug 25th 2023
23/01503/LIB:Awaiting Decision
Formation of new vehicular access through the existing stone wall.
Land Between Lagarie Lodge And Lagarie House, Torwoodhill Road, Rhu
23/01513/PP:Approve
Alterations to dwellinghouse including installation of replacement window and doors, formation of dormer window and new port hole window and installation of 2 new rooflights.
Glebe Cottage, Station Road, Rhu, G84 8LW
August 18th 2023
23/01629/TPO:Approved
Proposed felling of 19 Leylandii trees and reduction in height of 2 Silver Birch trees. Glebe Cottage, Station Road, Rhu, G84 8LW
August 11th 2023: NONE
August 4th 2023
23/01472/NMA: Approved
Non Material Amendment to Planning Permission 22/01119/PP -(Alterations and extensions to dwellinghouse and installation
of new front entrance gate) - change all existing windows to match proposed windows
Westcott, Glenarn Road, Rhu, G84 8LL
July 2023
July 28th 2023
23/01383/PP: Awaiting Decision
Alterations and extension
7 Broomfield Gardens, Shandon, G84 8HR
July 21st 2023
23/01388/PP :Approve
Installation of replacement windows to front elevation
Aultmhor, Church Road, Rhu, G84 8RW
July 14th 2023: NONE
July 7th 2023
23/01259/PP :Approved
23/01260/LIB:Approved
Replacement of existing windows, doors, and rooflights; alterations to kitchen window to form door ; replacement of slate roof tiling, rainwater goods and formation of plat and steps
Woodcote, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LJ
June 2023
June 30th 2023
23/01217/TPO:Awaiting Decision
Proposed felling of 1 Pine tree
The Little House Pier Road Rhu G84 8LH
23/01188/TPO:Approve
Upper Fasgadh, Hall Road Rhu, G84 8RR
June 23rd 2023
23/01207/TPO: Approve
Felling of Weeping Ash tree
17 Queens Point, Shandon, G84 8QZ
June 16th 2023:NONE
June 9th 2023:NONE
June 2nd 2023:NONE
May 2023
May 26th 2023: NONE
May 19th 2023: NONE
May 12th 2023: NONE
May 5th 2023
23/00615/MPLAN:Awaiting Decision
Master plan for proposed clubhouse development.
Rhu Marina, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LH
Three critical documents from the Planning website are:
Text Description of Masterplan, Location Plan, Site Plan
The Community Council has submitted an Interim Response .
The Community Council submitted its response following consultation with the community.
23/00609/PP:Awaiting Decision
Erection of 3 dwellinghouses, commensurate improvements to existing road access and creation of new drive way and turning head. Glenfeulan, G84 8NR
April 2023
April 28th 2023
23/00551/PP:Awaiting Decision
Erection of rear sun room extension, conversion of attic to for m
additional living accommodation including; installation of
rooflights and changing one rear window opening to a door
opening.
Old Court, Artarman Road, Rhu, G84 8LQ
23/00736/PP:Awaiting Decision
Installation of replacement board and post and wire fencing.
Old Court, Artarman Road, Rhu, G84 8LQ
April 21st 2023: NONE
April 14th 2023:
23/00608/PP:Awaiting Decision
Alterations to dwellinghouse
5 Laggarry Park, Rhu, G84 8LY
April 6th 2023: NONE
March 2003
March 31st 2023: NONE
March 24th 2003
23/00418/CLAWU:Awaiting Decision
Certificate of lawful use (existing) - Use of buildings and associated land as kennels and cattery.
Torr Farm, Station Road, Rhu, G84 8LP
23/00539/TELNOT: Awaiting Decision
Installation of 8m wooden pole
Land Outside Orphir, Gareloch Road, Rhu
March 17th 2003: NONE
March 10th 2003: NONE
March 3rd 2003
23/00192/NMA: Approve
Non Material Amendment to Planning Permission 21/00760/PP - (Alterations and erection of single storey rear extension) - minor layout change to proposed extension and change to window positions and shape.
Grianan Clarinish, Gareloch Road, Rhu, G84 8NH
FEBRUARY 2023
24th February 2023
23/00360/NMA: Approve
Non Material Amendment to Planning Permission 22/01119/PP -(Alterations and extensions to dwellinghouse and installation of new front entrance gate) - rear extension roof fnish changed from slate roof to parapet roof
Westcott, Glenarn Road, Rhu, G84 8LL
17th February 2023: NONE
10th February 2023
23/00080/PP: Approve
Renewal of planning permission reference 19/01573/PP - Change of use of dwellinghouse (Class 9) to a residential training centre (Class 8)
Duneira, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LH
Click on the link to see the RSCC Representation
3rd February 2023
22/02523/PP: Awaiting Decision
Erection of dwellinghouse, formation of vehicular access and associated works.
Garden Ground Of Torwood House, Torwoodhill Road, Rhu, G84 8LE
23/00139/NMA: Approve
Non material amendment to planning permission 19/02479/PP. (Demolition of workshop/store and erection of replacement workshop/store) Increase in building height. Land Adjacent to Beechwood Cottage, Manse Road Rhu G84 8RJ
Click on link to see the representation from RSCC
January 2023
27th January 2023: NONE
20th January 2023:Approve
22 /02611/PP:Installation of replacement windows and doors
3 Empress Road, Rhu, G84 8LT
13th January 2023: NONE
6th January 2023: NONE
December 2022
23rd December 2022
22/02135/PP: Approve
Installation of replacement roof covering, PV panels and 1 new rooflight
14 Ardenconnel Way Rhu G84 8RZ
16th December 2022: None
9th December 2022
22/01073/HH:Awaiting Decision
Reduction in hedge height
West Linnburn, Shore Road, Shandon, G84 8NR
2nd December 2022: None
November 2022
24th November 2022:
22/01730/PP: Approved
Erection of 34 dwellinghouses
Blairvadach, Shandon, G84 8ND
18th November 2022:
22/02307/TELNOT: Permitted Development
Installation of 2 x 10 metre light poles
Land North Of Helensburgh Sailing Club, Gareloch Road, Rhu
(Not Rhu and Shandon, Planning were informed.)
10th November 2022: None
3rd November 2022: None
October 2022
28th October:
22/01325/PP: Withdrawn
Erection of extension to dwellinghouse
6 Laggary Road, Rhu, Helensburgh, Argyll And Bute, G84 8RJ
21st October:
22/01952/PP: Approve
Removal of existing extension and erection of replacement extension, decking and ramped access
14 Ardgare, Shandon, G84 8NW
22/02024/LIB: Awaiting Decision
Internal alterations and refurbishment at ground, frst and second foor levels
Ardencaple Hotel, Gareloch Road, Rhu, G84 8LA
14th October:
22/01712/PP: Reject
Partial change of use of flat to form teaching facilities
3 Woodstone Court, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LH
22/01867/PP: Approve
Installation of replacement windows and doors and replacement dormer facings on dwellinghouse. Replacement of soffits and fascia on dwellinghouse and garage
Strathconon, Cumberland Road, Rhu, G84 8RX
22/01948/TPO: Approve
Proposed felling of 1 Conifer tree and reduction in of height and pollarding of 2 Lime trees,1Cherr y tree and 1 Douglas Fir tree
Old Court, Artarman Road, Rhu, G84 8LQ
22/024043/TPO: Approve
Proposed felling of Cypress tree
Laggary Lodge, Pier Road, Rhu. G84 8LJ
7th October 2022:NONE
September 2022
30th September 2022
22/01888/PP:Approve
Demolition of dwellinghouse and farm building and erection of replacement dwellinghouse
Letrualt Farm, G84 8NL
23rd Sept 2022
22/01119/PP:Approve
Alterations and extensions to dwellinghouse and installation of new front entrance gate
Westcott, Glenarn Road, Rhu, G84 8LL
16th Sept 2022
22/01419/PP:Approved
Conversion and extension of existing garage to provide ancillary domestic accommodation and storage
Stuckenduff Cottage, Shore Road, Shandon, G84 8NW
22/01623/PP:Awaiting Decision
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
Sean Daraich, Shandon, G84 8NR
2201778/TPO: Approve
Felling of 2 Cypress trees, one Horse Chestnut tree and one Sycamore tree
Rhu Ellen Court, Rhu,
22/01877/TPO:Approve
Proposed felling of Cherry tree and Pine tree
Rowanbrae, Gareloch Road, Rhu, G84 8RR
9th Sept 2022
22/01593/LIB:Decided
Reduction in height of boundary wall, widening of vehicular access and removal of cattle grid
Aros, Aros Road, Rhu, G84 8NJ
2nd Sept 2022
22/01592/PP:Decided
Renewal of planning permission reference 19/01665/PP
(Erection of a dwellinghouse and associated works)
Aros, Aros Road, Rhu, G84 8NJ
August 2022
26th August 2022
22/01449/PP: Approve
Erection of outbuilding/garage
Woodcote, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LJ
19th August 2022: NONE
!2th August 2022
22/00871/PP: Awaiting Decision
Installation of two replacement doors
The Old Coach House Stuckenduff, Shandon, G84 8NW
4th August 2022
22/01556/TPO: Awaiting Decision
Proposed felling and thinning of trees
Darkwood Woodland, Rosneath Castle Caravan Park, Rosneath
NOT IN RHU AND SHANDON BUT TRANSPORT OF TIMBER MAY AFFECT R&S
Click on the link to see the R&SCC Representation
July 2022
29th July 2022: NONE
22nd July 2022: NONE
15th July 2022
22/01397/TPO: Approve
Felling of Ash Tree
Orwell Lodge, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LJ
8th July 2022:NONE
1st July 2022
22/01037/PP: Approve
Demolition of existing garage and erection of new triple garage and workshop.
Woodneuk, Gareloch Road, Rhu, G84 8NH
20/01118/PP: Approve
Alteration to rear of dwellinghouse to include; removal of balcony and conservatory roof and replace with pitched roof and replacement glazing.
Ramah Rhu Point, Ferry Road, Rhu,G84 8NF
June 2022
24th June 2022
22/00892/PP:Approve
Alterations and extension to dwellinghouse
3 Glebefeld Road, Rhu G84 8SZ
17th June 2022
22/00050:Approve
Replace existing front door and window with patio doors
Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LH
22/00601/PP:Approve
Erection of dwellinghouse (amended design including installation of raised deck to garage relative to planning permission reference 20/00760/PP) - retrospective
The Larches, Aros Road, Rhu, G84 8NJ
22/00910/PP: Approve
Alterations and erection of single storey rear extension to dwellinghouse
Kirkkpark Cottage, 16A Church Road, Rhu, G84 8RW
22/00917/PP:Approve
Installation of roof mounted solar panels
56 Manse Brae, Rhu, G84 8RD
10th June 2022:NONE
3rd June 2022:NONE
May 2022
27th May 2022: NONE
20th May 2022: NONE
13th May 2022:NONE
6th May 2022:NONE
April 2022
29th April 2022
22/00109/LIB:Approve
Installation of replacement roof covering Armadale, Gareloch Road, Rhu, G84 8NE
22nd April 2022
21/01587/PP:Approve
Erection of replacement decking 6 Barge Court, Manse Brae, Rhu, G84 8SB
22/00520/CONAC:Approve
Demolition of workshop/store
Land Adjacent To Beechwood Cottage, Rhu
Click on 22/00520/CONAC to see the R&SCC Representation on this application
Click on 19/02479/PP to see the R&SCC representation to the original application
14th April 2022:NONE
8th April 2022:
22/00245/PP: Approve
Erection of dwellinghouse and attached garage with associated drivew ay, boundary fencing and retaining wall
14 Kings Point, Shandon, G84 8BT
1st April 2022:
21/002264/LIB & 22/00341/PP: Approve
Redesign of the exter nal seating area to the front and side of the property with the addition of new furniture, jumberella’s, decking, planting, free-standing screens, festoon posts, and festoon decorative lighting
Ardencaple Hotel, Gareloch Road, Rhu, G84 8LA
22/00451/TPO: Approve
Felling of Western Red Cedar tree
3 Torwoodhill, Torwoodhill Road, Rhu, G84 8LE
March 2022
25th March 2022:
22/00153/PP: Approve
Erection of front porch extension and formation of steps
Forestfeld, Lineside Walk, Rhu, G84 8JJ
22/00280: Approve
Erection of sunroom extension, demolition of garage and erection of replacement garage
Station House, Station Road, Rhu, G84 8LW
February 2022
25th February 2022
22/00215/PP & 22/00216/LIB: Approve
Fully refurbish all existing windows including perimeter draught proofng, remove existing single glazing and install fineo vacuum glazing, including redecoration (white)
Ardchapel, Shore Road, Shandon, G84 8NP
18th February 2022
21/02709/PP:Approve
Variation of condition numbers 3, 4, 5 and 6 and removal of conditions 7 and 8 relative to planning permission 20/01150/PP (Erection of dwellinghouse). Access arrangements
Rhu Lodge, Ferry Road, Rhu, G84 8NF
Click on the link to see the R&SCC Representation:
11th February 2022: NONE
4th February 2022
22/00118/PP & 22/00122/LIB: Approve
Removal of existing polycarbonate conservatory roof and replace with insulated slate roof with 3 skylights
Dalarne, Pier Road, Rhu, G84 8LJ
January 2022
28th January 2022
21/02628/PP & 21/02629/LIB: Approve
Demolition of extensions, change of use of offce (class 4) to 8no residential apartments (sui-generis), formation of car parking and refurbishment of terrace and garden areas
Blairvadach House, Shandon, G84 8ND
22/00002/PP: Approve
Installation of replacement garage doors
Blue Gables, Cumberland Road, Rhu, G84 8RX
21st January 2022:NONE
14th January 2022
21/02488/TPO: Approve
Proposed lopping of 1 Oak tree,1Sycamore tree and 1 Holly tree
Land South Of Dunaivon House, Armadale Road, Rhu, G84 8LG
7th January 2022:NONE
December 2021
December 24th 2021: NONE
December 17th 2021
21/02614/PNWAY: Undetermined Application: June 7th 2023
Formation of forest track. Highlandman’s And Torr Forests
Click to see the Objection, haulage route Objection and Archaeology Report sunmitted in January and February 2022.
Following a meeting held in September 2022, a confirmation of our Objection was summitted in December 2022
December 10th 2021
21/01905/PP & 21/01906/LIB: Approve
Alterations to the courtyard area and laundry building including installation of replacement steps, formation of patio and decking area and installation of 2 pergolas, reinstatement of wall to a maximum height of 1 metre, alterations to driveway including installation of gate pillars and gates.
Woodstone Cottage, Pier Road, Rhu, G94 8LH
December 3rd 2021
21/02144/PP: Approve
Erection of detached summerhouse/bbq hut and alterations to include the replacement of rear window with bi-fold doors and enlargement of patio area with decking.
Victoria Cottage, Hall Road, Rhu, G84 8RR
21/02144/PP &21/02145/LIB: Approve
External alterations to include; re-roofng with Natural Slate, replace existing windows with timber double glazed sash and case style casement windows and replacement rainwater goods
Blairvadach House, Shandon, Helensburgh, G84 8ND
21/02412/PP: Approve
Erection of dwellinghouse
Ardchapel, Shore Road, Shandon, G84 8NP