Our region is rich in archaeology and historic buildings. We have a duty to record and preserve these important sites through the planning system.
Archaeology and managing development
The location of known and suspected archaeological or historical sites must be taken into account when developments are planned. This includes work that does not need planning permission, such as:
- utilities or permitted development in medieval towns
- land management, such as forestry
It is important to identify and consider issues at an early stage because this is taken into account when decisions are made. You'll need to include all relevant archaeological information into any planning application.
For further information and advice:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 07342 060202 or 07721 504376
View our archaeological and historic sites
We maintain a database of over 22,000 sites.
Search for an archaeologically sensitive site on our planning constraints map
You can also contact us to make an appointment to view the full record or request an extract:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 07342 060202 or 07721 504376
You may also be interested in our historic environment map.
You can see things like old buildings, places where artefacts were found, shipwrecks, and special gardens.
View our historic environment map
Report a find
Under Scottish law any finds (not just precious metals) that might be archaeologically or historically important can be claimed by the Crown through the Treasure Trove system.
It is an offence not to declare a find.
Report a find to Treasure Trove Scotland
They can assess if objects are significant and should be preserved. You should always try to:
- record the location of your find as accurately as possible
- reduce any potential damage to the object
- inform the archaeology service
We can offer help and advice to report something you've found. The details of your find might also be added to our database. We also provide information and advice if you want to undertake metal-detecting.
Fees
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Digital HER extract | £100 per hour, plus VAT |
| Pre-application advice to developer/agent | £100 per hour, plus VAT |
| Validation of developer’s submitted: Desk-based Assessment All sizes |
£100 plus VAT |
| Watching Brief Method Statement All sizes |
£100 plus VAT |
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Written Scheme of Investigation:
|
£100 plus VAT £200 plus VAT £500 plus VAT |
| Archaeological Mitigation Strategy Major and multi-phase applications |
£500 plus VAT |