Publications

Feasibility Study into New Financial Mechanisms for Forestry

This report explores the use of innovative financial mechanisms to finance forestry projects and their associated benefits. It summarises existing and traditional forms of finance for forestry, considers lessons from the development of the social finance sector in recent years, and examines the potential for the use of community funded schemes, environmental impact bonds and collaborative and partnership investment models.

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Felling Licences and EIA Appeals Table

Table outlining the circumstances when EIAs and felling licences may be appealed, and when and how to make this appeal.

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Felling Permission - Application Guidance

A Felling Permission is often required where the felling of trees is being undertaken. A Felling Permission provides legal authority to fell the trees covered by the permission and may include conditions for example to ensure trees are replanted. This guidance also explains your responsibilities as an applicant and sets out Scottish Forestry’s responsibilities under the 2018 Act.

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