Adam Smith statue

I came across this announcement from the City of Edinburgh Planning Department:

Application No. 04/02172/FUL (Full Planning Application)
Proposed Development and Address
Erect Adam Smith statue at Public Footpath By 194 High Street Edinburgh EH1 1RE
Applicant’s Name and Address
Adam Smith Institute (Dr Eamon Butler). 23 Great Smith Street London SW1P 3BL
Decision TYPE Delegated Decision
DECISION Granted DATE DECISION ISSUED 4 August 2004