Permitted development rights to support the provision of new homes: SEA Environmental Report

6. Monitoring

6.1.1 The precise changes to PDR for each development type are currently unknown, as is the relative timing of their introduction and the endpoint at which all or some of the changes associated with this SEA will be implemented. The Scottish Government however recognises the need for appropriate monitoring of impacts from the implementation of any changes, including on the environment. This could involve various approaches and combinations of approach, such as liaising with planning authorities, developers and statutory bodies, as well as commissioning research. Monitoring of the take-up/use of the amended PDR can in some cases be informed by the planning statistics for prior notification/approval (number of submissions and approval rates).