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It is proposed that the area in which I live will be impacted by as many as four separate schemes to develop solar farms in a small rural set of communities amounting to about 10,000 acres. This area...
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Compulsory purchase of all land and cable routes is concerning. The original inference was that landowners were already consulted and agreeable to their land being used for solar panels. The scoping...
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I wish to object and express my fear and horror regarding the proposed solar farm for the following reasons. 1. Cottam is only 1 of 4 solar farm proposals being put forward, all side by side within a...
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The size of the solar farm is undeniably going to affect me, my family and the village. Our wellbeing, and our happiness will be affected. The countryside around us will be negatively altered,...
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We all understand the need to acquire green energy but the carbon footprint for acquiring it must be scrutinised in forensic detail and the impact on lives and livelihoods must be taken into account....
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Massive loss to food producing land, visual impact from my house, health safety from massively increased traffic on small rural roads (not suitable). Wildlife impact. And the fact that solar is not...
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The Cottam Solar proposal, at over 3,000 acres, combined with the other 3 proposals have a cumulative effect of 10,000 acres of farmland lost and the industrialisation of the area as a whole. Do you...
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The land to be used in these proposals is good agricultural land that could be better used to help with the countries food security rather than energy.
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I am concerned at the sheer size of the proposed solar farms. Together the largest project in Europe? Is this the best use of agricultural land.?Why not use brownfield sites? How efficient will this...
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The country already cannot feed itself and to use 10,000 acres of arable land for a solar farm is immoral The only people who want this to go ahead are the farmers who are renting their land to the...
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The Cottam Proposal is just 1 of 4 Solar projects within a few miles of each other, amounting to 10,000 acres. This would be the largest solar farm complex in Europe. At present all 4 proposals will...
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Dear Planning Inspectorate, I am objecting to the Cottam solar project for the following reasons. This giant solar farm of 3,000 acres is just one of four massive proposals in a very concentrated part...
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1 Massive disruption on rural roads during construction and continuing disruption by maintenance both contributing to increases in pollution levels. 2. Waste of arable land that has been farmed for...
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Concern that the project is too large in scale. Agricultural land is being used which should continue to be used for food production. No consideration given to installing large scale panels on factory...
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I Would like to object to the solar Project
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Solar energy can play a very limited part in the generation of electricity due to its intermittency needing the sun. Power is most needed in the UK in the winter and the proposed development is a...
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The Cottam Solar proposal, of around 3,000 acres, is 1 of 4 Solar Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) within a few miles of each other and in total they would amount to 10,000 acres...
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This such a rural part of Lincolnshire and it is so important that we protect our farmers and the beautiful countryside. This is an idea area for crop growing which is so important to the welfare of...
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I live in the area of the proposed solar panel farm I am only now being made aware of the true scale of it, I think to have this type of infrastructure close to residential properties would affect...
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This is a rural area and the land should be used for agricultural purposes. The sheer volume of HGVs coming through the villages is another reason not to go ahead with this project - the village roads...
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The Cottam Solar proposal is one of 4 proposed solar farms that when taken together will cover over 10,000 acres of Lincolnshire land, concentrated within West Lindsey District Council.....this vast...
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I disagree with solar factorys being on productive farm land and the scale and quantity that are being submitted on a daily basis. Changing the rural visual outlook for decades of industrial panels...
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I write to you in objection to the Cottam Solar Project, the other 4 solar NSIPs in West Lindsey and indeed all proposed solar projects on UK farmland. After a career in the power industry I have a...
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1. The Cottam proposal is Just 1 of 4 Solar, Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) within a few miles of each other. Together this would be the largest solar farm complex in Europe...
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Danger to wildlife Taking away agricultural land where the majority of food is grown in uk The damage to the roadside & verges through many if these small village. Noise, pollution, dirt etc during...
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It is generally accepted that, in planning, there needs to be some sort of area plan within which various developments are considered. Individual planning applications are considered in the context of...
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This proposal is one of four in an area which in total will amass 10,000 acres of land, presently this area is good agricultural land, which under present circumstances, should continue to be used to...
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Please,please do not destroy such a vast area of beautiful farmland around my home. It is vital for my sanity and health. 10,000acres in total is excessive.This is the total acreage for the 4 proposed...
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The single track roads are not suitable, Using farming land that grows food is diabolical The wildlife would be impacted Solar doesn’t produce any power when the sun isn’t out which is most of the...
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The loss of agricultural land and beauty of our countryside. The impact the solar farms will have on wildlife. Get rich quick organisations don’t care one bit about the impact this will have on the...
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As someone who has lived in and around the proposed area my whole life I feel I have an obligation to protect the environment that I grew up in. I believe that the Cottam and West Burton solar...
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We are ambitious in our desire to reverse the declines in nature. We speak authentically with a bold and confident voice, we commit to tell the truth about the state of nature and be clear about what...
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I am shocked at the proposal for the mass implementation of solar farms within one area of Lincolnshire, starting with the first application for the Cottam Solar Project. Lincolnshire is a farming...
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I am very much aware of the destruction and devastation of the World as a whole. In my opinion these solar farms are more detrimental to the environment and not of sufficient benefit to mankind. The...
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The scale of the proposed project along with the other proposed local projects soon to be submitted to the Planning Inspectorate is immense. It's difficult for individuals to imagine the expanse of...
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Firstly, I am in favour of renewable power where it brings real value. Our company does work for several Round 3 and 4 offshore wind farm operators and I am installing solar water and PV systems to...
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I have major concerns that this is part of a project that will if fully implemented leave us with the largest solar farm in Europe using Chinese technology with risks relating to national security...
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I strongly object to this project for the following reasons. 1. This is currently just one project of four multi acre solar and battery storage parks in the area, all within a few Km of each other....
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Concerned that this will mean loss of valuable food producing farmland and will seriously impact on the rich and diverse wild life in this area. I am also extremely concerned that there are a number...
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Solar project is too close to and will negatively impact upon bordering residential areas. The solar projects size will have a major negative impact on the current usage and amenity of the sites and...
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You are using up good agricultural land that provides food for the people..
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This propsed project will have a huge impact on many villages and villagers' lives, not to mention the impact on the entire appearance, mood and wealth of the area. If this proposal goes ahead, many...
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The impact upon local wildlife will be immense, destroying habitats of native orchids and flora. We have active deer whom live around here and there natural trails will be destroyed and food sources....
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I do understand we need greener energy, but we also need to be self sufficient when it comes to feeding the nation, if we continue to use prime arable land for solar farms, we will have no where to...
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1. Project Reference: EN010133. Submitted by Osborne Clarke LLP on behalf of National Grid Electricity Distribution (East Midlands) plc ("NGED"). 2. Osborne Clarke LLP act for NGED whose registered...
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Cottage Is one of four nsip projects that will all be close together with a total of 10 thousand acres the project should be looked at as one project due to the massive impact on the area. Ten...
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I am writing to object in the strongest possible terms to a number of solar project schemes proposed in my area. I would be directly affected by the scheme as one of the proposals is around my house...
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This development will have a significant impact on not only us but the surrounding villages. We do not wish to look out upon acres of solar panels, we bought our property because of the countryside...
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The loss of wildlife will be huge around this area, let alone the food producing farmland especially in this time of crisis. They tell us that they will return the land back to farmland, that will...
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We cannot lose all this good agricultural land to solar panels
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Very concerned that this enormous project is far too ambitious for the area and that contrary to the project sponsors this is not a “green” viable solution to our energy crisis. This must not happen...
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I strongly object to these solar farms taking over so much agricultural land at 10,000 acres. The size and height will have a detremental inpact on the views from the surrounding villages and Lincoln...
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Dear Planning Inspectorate, We live in a small area of West Lindsey, Lincolnshire that has been targeted by an unprecedented 4 Solar NSIP proposals covering a cumulative 10,000 acres of farmland. Our...
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I am registering with a view that the proposed solar development would be detremental to the outlying area and village properties. Wildlife would be greatly affected. The panels, and storage facility...
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I am concerned because this project is one of several which will have a massive impact on this area. It is indefensible to try to consider the projects separately, and in isolation. The effect on all...
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I am concerned that food producing land will be lost and that the environment will be damaged beyond repair.
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I believe the projects will be detrimental to wildlife, the local environment and local people
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I am registering my interest in this project due to my property being directly impacted by it. I am very concerned about the visual impact on the village of Stow and the surrounding countryside. My...
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The Cottam proposal is just 1 of 4 Solar farms planned within a few miles of each other. Combined this would be the largest solar complex in Europe. 10,000 acres in total. Considering the impact all...
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This project will have a significant impact on local quality of life, ecosystems and residents with very little benefit. I agree we need to invest in renewable energy but this is the wrong type of...
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This project is industrialisation of good agricultural land. It must be considered along with the 3 other solar farm projects planned in close proximity to each other and not viewed in isolation. The...
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The solar farm in question is in a beautiful countryside setting that is criss crossed with footpaths and public rights of way. The development would wreck the enjoyment of these rights of way for...
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I am registering because I believe that using arable land for solar farms to the extent that this is planned is negligent. Not only is it damaging to the landscape on this scale it is actually...
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This project needs to be considered alongside the further 3 that are trying to turn a total of 10000 acres of productive arable agricultural land to the north of Lincoln into solar installations,...
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Main issues: loss of countryside and agricultural land which would increase the country's dependence on food imports. Solar panels could be put on all new industrial buildings and houses without...
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Solar is not the best option for electricity production. Wind power would be better. We also need the farmland for produce. The size of these solar farms are ridiculous.
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The Cottam Solar Project will impact on my home, and family life daily. 1. The fields proposed will be sited right next to my house, and will be in constant sight from all windows at the front and...
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All local projects should be examined together and not individually. Farmland should be retained for food production. Putting solar panels on farmland isn’t the best place for them, use brownfield...
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I object to the Cottam Solar Project which is one of four giant solar farm proposals in West Lindsey, Lincolnshire. Our family home of 20 years and the personally funded wildlife project we have been...
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Against the proposal for the use of farmland for solar. The acreage in question would be a significant loss to food production for Lincolnshire.
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My objections to these projects are :- 1. The impact the solar Farms will have on Lincolnshires wildlife, particularly as there is already a huge decline in wildlife in this country. In other...
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The Cottam Solar Project will impact on my home, and family life daily. 1. The fields proposed will be sited right next to my house, and will be in constant sight from all windows at the front and...
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I do not agree with the size of the works and the effect it will have on the landscape
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The proposal is one of, currently four, all of which plan to utilise farmland, primarily arable, to produce energy using photovoltaic technologies. Solar has a part to play in the UK energy mix, but...
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Cottom is 1 of 4 sites proposed for solar panels and all the sites should be assessed together as the total area is 10,000 acres. This is prime farm land for food production which we cannot afford to...
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Concern regarding size and scale of the Cottam Solar project .Ineffective scheme.Ill thought out use of this resource.inappropriate use of agricultural land and .generation of solar power in sunny...
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I’m all in favour of this proposal, the more we can do to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels the better!
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The Cottam project has been presented in an isolated way that tries to disguise the cumulative effect that it will have along with the 3 other adjacent solar farms in the environment. These 4 projects...
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The Cottam Solar Project will impact on my home, and family life daily. 1. The fields proposed will be sited right next to the house, and will be in constant sight from all windows at the front and...
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I object to the proposed Cottam Solar Project for the following reasons:- Whilst I agree that solar power is a source of energy that needs to be considered, the solar farms should be built on...
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I am an landowner affected by the Cottam Solar projects (all of the various ones involving connections to Cottam power station). I wish to strongly object to these proposals as the parties involved...
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I am very concerned that we are giving up thousand of acres of good quality farm land to inefficient power generation. The impact on the local scenery will devastating as well as on wildlife. The...
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1) the most important issue is that you are only being asked to assess 25% of the proposal. Cottom is only one of four different neighbouring schemes. In order to give proper consideration it is...
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I'm a farmer with a Farm next to the proposed solar farm. The land next to me contains good versatile agricultural land some of which is grade 2. The amount food producing land is frightening. In this...
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The overall Solar proposals are too vast for the area. We are continuing to import food rather than ensuring that we are self sufficient and the proposed area will result in a loss of agricultural...
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This application is just too huge. It will have a massively detrimental effect on the lives of so many, on wildlife and food proctor. Total madness
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Land owned by Winterquay borders Cottam 3A, Cottam 3B and Cottam 1. In my opinion, these areas are not suitable for large scale, long term solar development. The disruption to the daily life and work...
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With the gas price and electricity price so high. This is a great project and it’s going to help the environment, and help stop global warming.
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I oppose the Cottam Solar project on the following grounds. Cumulative effect of not 1 but 4 Solar NSIPs (10,000 acres) in West Lindsey with only a few miles between solar array stations. This would...
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Spoil our countryside
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The proposed project would be extremely detrimental to the Lincolnshire countryside views for not only residents but also visitors and tourists too. The aesthetic value of open green fields is greatly...
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I agree in principle to having Solar Panels in the UK but not at the expense of using good Arable & Grazing farm land. There is plenty of suitable land available in the UK that cannot be used for...
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Graded Farm Land being use for solar panels instead of food production. Solar panels are not viable averages are about 9% on a sunny day
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I strongly object to the Cottam solar project. Farmland is for feeding the nation not for the latest energy fad, which seems to be ground mounted solar panels. These land hungry schemes have no place...
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There are many aspects to my concerns over this and other proposed solar projects. The scale of the projects and others proposed is. This project on its own would be the largest of its kind in the UK...
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Using 3000 acres of food producing farmland on which to mount solar panels and calling it energy infrastructure is nonsensical and will not solve the energy crisis but could easily exacerbate a food...
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I would like to inform you of the impact this project will have on the locals and the local economy. The land which has been targeted for Solar installation is land that is currently the recreation...
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I’m extremely concerned and upset about the solar planning in our area. We purchased the house in 2021 and one of the main reasons for buying this property was because of the beautiful views. I’m very...
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the company Green island solar have failed to address any concern about the location of the panels with regards to the property i live in such as the visual impact. the flood risks involved and...
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My main issues are :- These projects are a waste of good land. If the farmers and owners don't want the land it should be used for young people to start new farming ventures. Once the land is used for...
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