Representation by Thomas Horsley
- Date submitted
- 30 September 2020
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
A summary of my main concerns are as follows: This is an enormous project that will have a negative impact on the local environment for many years during construction, operation and final decommissioning. The proposed construction between 2022 – 2034 is a best case scenario. If the build duration overruns, this will prolong the negative impact, time for the neighbouring landscape to recover and likely increase the cost. The proposed location is very close to RSPB Minsmere and will cause loss of habitat for protected species. The removal of almost all of 'Goose Hill' woodland area to the North of the site. This is designated as 'Mixed woodland / trees to be removed' in the application. The visual impact of the loss of this woodland on the Sandlings Walk National Trail and views towards the site from the Suffolk Coast Path. The visual impact of the proposal on views from RSPB Minsmere and the coastal parts of Walberswick and Southwold. We have not seen any ground level visualisations looking towards the proposal from the coast to the North, or any inland locations. In addition, I wish to endorse the Relevant Representation submitted by Stop Sizewell C.