Dunkeld & Birnam Community Council

21/06/2026

A reminder that the next Community Council meeting will take place on Monday 29 June at 7pm in Birnam Arts.

If there is an issue you would like considered for the agenda, please email [email protected] with a short synopsis in advance so it can be reviewed and included where possible.

21/06/2026

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF DRIVING, PARKING AND LOADING

A923 DUNKELD (PH8 0ET)

In order to permit BT Cabling Works on the above section of road I recommend that a temporary traffic regulation order be prepared. It is to be effective from the 24th August 2026 for a period of five days.

The order will temporarily prohibit all vehicles from driving, parking and loading on the A923 Dunkeld from its junction with the C429 (303777, 743574) to its junction with the private access to the property known as Craiglush Cottage (304602, 744732), a distance of 2 kilometres or thereby.


Pedestrian & emergency vehicular access to premises will be maintained.

21/06/2026

Dunkeld, Birnam & District Community Development Trust has shared an emerging concept for community-led housing, prepared by Fraser Livingstone Architects as part of a current feasibility study.

This is an opportunity for local residents to view the proposal and provide feedback. The Trusts Community Led Housing page contains all the information from the recent community engagement events, including the presentation material.

If you have questions about the proposal, please check the Frequently Asked Questions section, where many common queries have already been addressed.

Community feedback is an important part of the process, so please take the time to have a look and share your views.

Fraser Livingstone Architects have provided us with an emerging idea for community housing. This is your chance to comment on their proposal.... https://www.dbdtrust.org/post/birnam-park-housing-proposal-questionnaire

21/06/2026

TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF PARKING AND LOADING – PERTH ROAD, BIRNAM

Dunkeld & Birnam Community Council would like to make residents aware that a temporary traffic regulation order will be in place on the C504 Perth Road, Birnam (PH8 0AA) from 3 August 2026 for a period of up to nine days to allow Scottish Water works to be undertaken.

During this period, all vehicles will be prohibited from parking and loading on Perth Road between Birnam Glen and Station Road.

Pedestrian access and emergency vehicle access to premises will be maintained throughout the works.

Please plan ahead and allow extra time if travelling in the area. Thank you for your patience while these essential works are carried out.

10/06/2026

A9 Dualling: Tay Crossing to Ballinluig – Reduced Lane Widths and Overnight Traffic Management

As part of the ongoing A9 Dualling: Tay Crossing to Ballinluig project, temporary traffic management measures will be introduced on the southbound A9 between Ballinluig and south of the Rotmell junction.

From Monday 15 June 2026, overnight works will take place between 7.00pm and 6.00am for approximately two weeks to allow the installation of temporary safety barriers. During this period, road users may encounter:

• Southbound lane closures at various locations across the site.
• Temporary traffic signals and convoy working.
• Reduced lane widths on the southbound carriageway.

The changes are being introduced to facilitate construction activities and improve safety for pedestrians using adjacent active travel routes.

From 22 June, designated holding areas for abnormal loads will be in operation:

Northbound A9: Layby 36N, north of Bankfoot.
Southbound A9: Layby 34, north of Ballinluig.

Motorists are asked to take extra care, follow all signage and allow additional time for journeys.

Further information and traffic updates are available at www.a9dualling.scot.

Wills Bros has thanked local residents and road users for their patience while these essential works are carried out.

10/06/2026

**A9 Dualling: Tay Crossing to Ballinluig – Closure of C502 Rotmell Road**

Residents and road users are advised that, as part of the A9 Dualling: Tay Crossing to Ballinluig project, a section of the C502 Rotmell Road will be closed from **22 June 2026** for a period of up to **12 months**.

The closure is required to allow the safe construction of a retaining wall associated with the dualling works.

**Key information:**

• The closure affects the section of C502 Rotmell Road between Rotmell Farm and Warren Lodge.
• There will be no access between the A9 and Rotmell Road during the works.
• Traffic will be diverted via the A923, with access to the A9 through the Dunkeld junction.
• Local access will be maintained for affected residents, properties and businesses.
• Emergency access will be maintained at all times.
• Regional Cycle Route 83 between Rotmell Road and the A9 will be closed. Cyclists are advised to use the existing National Cycle Network Route 77 diversion between Dunkeld and Ballinluig.
• A pedestrian route through the work area will remain available throughout the works.

Advance warning and diversion signage will be in place.

For the latest traffic management updates, visit [www.a9dualling.scot](http://www.a9dualling.scot).

Wills Bros has thanked residents and road users for their patience while these essential works are carried out.

10/06/2026

Temporary Parking Restrictions - Atholl Street & Bridge Street, Dunkeld

Perth & Kinross Council has announced temporary parking and loading restrictions to allow GoFibre cabling works to take place.

From: Tuesday 30 June 2026
Duration: Up to four days

No parking or loading will be permitted on both sides of:

A923 Atholl Street - from Spoutwell Road to the junction with Bridge Street.

A923 Bridge Street - from Atholl Street to the access road to The Old Toll House.

Pedestrian access and emergency vehicle access to properties will be maintained throughout the works.

Please plan ahead and allow extra time if travelling through the area.

09/06/2026

Dunkeld Flood Protection Scheme - Community Consultation

Perth & Kinross Council is inviting residents and businesses to view the draft proposals for the Dunkeld Flood Protection Scheme and share their feedback.

The scheme follows detailed flood studies and forms part of the ongoing work to reduce flood risk in Dunkeld and the Craigie Burn area.

Community Drop-In Sessions
Atholl Arms Hotel & Residence, Dunkeld (PH8 0AQ)

Wednesday 10 June 2026 from 3pm until 7pm and
Tuesday 16 June 2026 from 3pm until 7pm

Council officers and representatives from AECOM will be available to answer questions, alongside invited partners including Scottish Water, SEPA and the Scottish Flood Forum.

Consultation documents are available online via Perth & Kinross Council's Consultation Hub:

https://consult.pkc.gov.uk/communities/dunkeldfloodscheme/

Deadline for comments: Wednesday 01 July 2026.

Dunkeld & Birnam residents and businesses are encouraged to review the proposals and take part in the consultation to help shape the final scheme.

Find and participate in consultations run by Perth & Kinross Council

08/06/2026

New Planning Application – Deans Park / Newtyle Quarry

A second planning application has now been submitted relating to operations at Deans Park / Newtyle Quarry.

Application Reference: 26/00694/FLL

This application seeks permission for the "extraction and removal of waste slate" from land at Deans Park, Dunkeld. It is linked to the previously submitted application for crushing, screening and aggregate dispatch operations (26/00510/FLL).

Members of the public can view the application and submit comments directly to Perth & Kinross Council using the link below:

🔗 https://planningapps.pkc.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=makeComment&keyVal=TFAGCXMKIDL00

As with all planning applications, comments are most effective when they focus on relevant planning considerations.

Please feel free to share this post with anyone who may wish to review the application.

03/06/2026

Temporary Road Closure – Brae Street, Dunkeld

Perth & Kinross Council has advised that Brae Street will be temporarily closed to vehicles to allow GoFibre cabling works to take place.

Dates: From 22 June 2026 for up to 5 days.

Location: Brae Street, from the junction with Bridge Street (A923) to the access road for St Jerome Villa.

Pedestrian access and access for emergency vehicles will be maintained throughout the works.

Diversion route:
Old Military Road – A984 Boat Road – Tay Terrace – A923 Bridge Street

Please allow extra time for journeys and follow any signed diversions.