Representation by Sturton and Stow Neighbourhood Planning Group (Sturton and Stow Neighbourhood Planning Group)
- Date submitted
- 27 April 2023
- Submitted by
- Non-statutory organisations
This project along is one of four currently being progressed; Cottam, Gate Burton, West Burton and Tillbridge Solar. Collectively these projects will cover approximately 10,000 ACRES of good farm land. If the DCO is along the same lines as Cottam then this will no longer be a collaboration. Compulsory purchase of all land and cable routes. The right to destroy any and all hedgerows and trees irrespective of TPO'S. Stoppage of any footpath. Closing or rerouting of any roadway. Turning green lanes into metalled highways. Complete disregard of the residents views and ability to use the areas for recreation which have been enjoyed for many years. There has been no consultation from any of the solar companies with parishes regarding the setting up of any fund which would run for the entirety of the project to award sums for compensation for detrimental loss. The land is used for agricultural purposes.