Temporary measures will be put in place for now, but Historic Environment Scotland will need to give the go-ahead to any long-term repairs.
After today's hearing, Detective Inspector Mark Lambley said: “This was a horrifying attack on a young woman, and I hope this sentence brings her some sense of closure."
The severe spell of snowfall across the north-east has sparked concern for the deteriorating Category A-listed landmark.
The Met Office has issued two new yellow weather warning for snow and ice.
People are being advised to check before leaving if their journey has been affected.
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