This Order brings into force sections 35 to 38 of and Schedule 7, Part II to the Housing and Planning Act 1986 (“the 1986 Act”) and applies only to Scotland.

Article 3 brings into force on 18th February 1993 sections 35, 36 and 38 of the 1986 Act insofar as they confer on the Secretary of State, or make provision concerning exercise of, a power or duty to make regulations.

Article 4 brings into force on 18th February 1993 Schedule 7, Part II paragraph 4 to the 1986 Act.

Article 5 brings into force on 1st May 1993 sections 35, 36 and 38 for all other purposes as well as the remainder of Schedule 7, Part II to the 1986 Act.

Article 6 details transitional provisions relating to offences under section 56L of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.