As Edinburgh clamps down on short-term lets, what are the options for property owners and landlords?
Under draft proposals, property owners in the Scottish capital will soon need planning permission to be able to operate short-term lettings - but the lack of clarity around the restrictions is making it increasingly difficult for them to plan ahead, says Calum Allmond
Short lets could need planning permission under new devolution proposal
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Property sector donating a quarter of Tory party funds
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