Definitions for "Reserved matters"
The details of a proposed development, which relate to an outline planning permission already granted. The Local Planning Authority must approve the reserved matters before development can take place.
The fine detail required following approval of outline planning permission. The aspects include design, layout, access, orientation and landscaping of the dwelling.
Only the Westminster Parliament can pass legislation dealing with reserved matters: the Scottish Parliament cannot. These areas include defence, UK foreign policy, social security, and immigration. (For further details, click here.) All matters not reserved are devolved.