The primary objectives forthe Scottish planning system are, as set out in SPP1 (Scottish Planning Policy1: The Planning System), to:setthe land use framework for promoting sustainable economic development;encourageand support regeneration; andmaintainand enhance the quality of the natural heritage and built environment.The passage of the Planningetc. (Scotland) Act 2006 was the first step in a modernisationprocess aimed at creating a more efficient, inclusive and sustainable planningsystem that is fully fit for purpose.