In addition to wind farms, forestry and the Beauly–Denny power line, FOTO keeps a watching brief on a wide range of other planning and land-management proposals that could affect the Ochils landscape, its habitats and the public's enjoyment of the hills. This includes mineral extraction, quarrying, access disputes and other developments that do not fall neatly within our main campaign areas.
Glenquey Quarry — a success story
One of FOTO's most significant planning victories concerned a proposal to extend quarrying operations at Glenquey on the southern slopes of the Ochils above Glen Devon. The proposed extension would have encroached into an area of blanket bog — a rare, ecologically valuable and legally protected habitat — designated as Glenquey Moss. FOTO objected strongly to the scheme and, following our representations and wider community opposition, the proposal was refused. Glenquey Moss was saved.
Read more about the Glenquey Quarry campaign →
Staying informed
Planning applications in the Ochils area can be monitored through the planning portals of the three local authorities whose boundaries cover the hills:
Larger energy-related developments are handled by the Scottish Government Energy Consents Unit. If you become aware of a planning application you think FOTO should be examining, please contact us.