Representation by Natural England (Natural England)
- Date submitted
- 7 June 2023
- Submitted by
- Other statutory consultees
Below is a summary of Natural England's advice. We have sent our full representations to WestBurtonSolarProject@planninginspectorate.gov.uk. Overall, Natural England are satisfied that the proposals address the majority of potential impacts to the natural environment. The only areas of concern we consider require further assessment and or information to enable the examining authority to make an informed decision are: Soils and Best and Most Versatile (BMV) Agricultural Land and Protected Species. The key concerns we have regarding Soils and BMV agricultural land are: • The omission of assessment of the loss of BMV land to each element of the proposal, including biodiversity opportunity areas • The requirement for additional commitments for the content of the detailed Soil Management Plan • The restoration of the site following decommissioning The key concerns we have regarding Protected Species are: • The possible need for protected species licences