PART 3

Heat network zones

Variation of heat network zone

Variation of heat network zone by local authority
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1
A local authority may vary a heat network zone situated in its area if the heat network zone was designated by the local authority under section 46(1).
2
In considering whether to vary a heat network zone under subsection (1), a local authority must have regard to the matters mentioned in section 48(1).
3
Before deciding whether to vary a heat network zone under subsection (1), a local authority must consult such persons, and in such manner, as the Scottish Ministers may specify by regulations.
4
Having had regard to the matters mentioned in section 48(1) and complied with the requirements under subsection (3), the local authority may—
a
vary the heat network zone, or
b
decide not to vary the heat network zone.
5
If the local authority varies the heat network zone, it must—
a
identify the area of the heat network zone as varied in a document by reference to a map,
b
specify in the document the day on which the variation takes effect, and
c
publish the document in such manner as the Scottish Ministers may specify by regulations.