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I’m concerned about the huge scale of this plan. It will turn a large area of countryside into an industrial landscape. I’m concerned about the impact on wildlife. Animals such as deer, hares rabbits,...
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Disturbance and danger from construction traffic. Damage to both infrastructure and nature. Potential for theft and vandalism as project contains high value metals
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Destroying the countryside! Animals, biodiversity, the sky line - all affected! Why not use brown sites/rooves or buildings. The countryside is being destroyed by these solar farms, I cannot believe...
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I would like to state categorically that I feel having a solar panel farm so close would have a detrimental effect to the area of Howden. As a small town, we have already born the brunt of a drive for...
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I am opposed to the plan. It is far too large for this area, it will decimate the countryside for wildlife, gives no consideration to locals, as it will require huge fences and cameras all along the...
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I find the proposed development so close to a village unacceptable and a complete eyesore. We would view this from all aspects of our property. A complete sea of polycarbonate as far as we can...
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I do not agree with this projects location and spoiling the local countryside. There are much better places for things like this to be located whereby it doesn't affect locals. There are plenty of...
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Iv previously lived in Foggathorpe, and i regulary Visit. I am against the Solar Farm plans, i believe it will bring great disruption to the surrounding villages where the farm will be. The roads are...
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Traffic impact this would inflict on the area, plus all the new builds. The roads cannot cope with the traffic as it is, the council will not upkeep the highways now so extra traffic is a no. Why...
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Use of agricultural land for industrial use. The project will also ruin popular country walks renowned for their beauty & wildlife - who wants to visit the ugly monstrosity you intend to create. The...
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I believe this project is completely wrong. We are living in a country which struggles to produce much of it's own food. Giving up agricultural land for this project is crazy. As someone who regularly...
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The proposed solar farm occupies hundreds of acres of fertile growing land. At a time when the Prime Minister is pledging himself to ensuring Britain’s food security the loss of so much arable growing...
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I strongly believe this project should not go ahead, it is proposing to take away a valued revenue of food source to the whole country as this is among a vast area of arable land. If we carry on to...
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I AM OPPOSED THIS AREA BRINGS IN TOURISM ALL YEAR ROUND, WITH CYCLISTS, WALKERS AND CAMPERS STAYING AT THE VARIOUS SITES. THEY COME BECAUSE OF THE BEAUTY OF THE AREA, AS WE ARE BLESSED WITH HUNDREDS...
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I would like to register my opposition to this proposal. 1277 hectares is far too big for this rural area. It will surround villages and houses. Also, this is good farming land which will be lost for...
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I am against the windmill project as not only will it increase crime in my area but also cause unnecessary heavy traffic and be a blight on our country side which will spoil our area and also have a...
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1. I am concerned about the enormous scale of this proposed development which will effectively cause wholesale industrialisation of the present rural environment of Howden and the surrounding...
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We feel that a development of this magnitude is totally out of character with the surroundings.we feel the land is far more important being used for agriculture. The displacement of native wildlife is...
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Hi, On the current plans my land has been selected for a cable corridor route. I would like to launch a complaint against Boom Power and their contractors/ agents due to the following: As we are part...
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Great concern at the proposed size of the development and its effects upon the countryside, wildlife and damage to this productive farming area. It will also have a detrimental effect on the landscape...
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I just think it's a waste of good quality farm land plus its going to look horrible all that glass. I was born and raised near and on the old air station and if these solar panels are allowed its...
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While i understand the need for sustainable, zero carbon energy self-sufficiency l believe that there are better ways of achieving this than using thousands of hectares of farmland. lf the government...
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Consultation was NOT adequate - questions and emails were ignored and not answered adequately and plans were misleading Noise level should be taken from over already existing wind farm in the area...
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I object strongly to the proposed solar energy plant development: • The scale and overwhelming size of this development is far beyond what ourselves and the local community should be asked to endure....
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The overall impact on the natural environment. The visual aspect - size. It's future growth and what happens next.
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I oppose this development on the following grounds: Destruction of a rural setting by what is an industrial site in a which will result in loss of wildlife and prime agricultural land forever. I...
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Scheme is too big Will change environment from rural to industrial Will take away productive farming land
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There will be a high impact on the local area and local residents.
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I am in objection to the proposals for a massive solar farm on my doorstep. The scheme is far too big and virtually surrounds the village where I live, [REDACTED]. It comes far too close to our home....
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Solar farms do not destroy farmland, they can be removed at a later date if technology improves and they are no longer needed.Sheep fare better grazing under solar panels and have better qualty...
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This will be a huge industrialised area and we chose to live in a rural environment. Single track roads are not conducive to Hgvs accessing. Safety and security are also major issues.
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This rural, greenfield site is not appropriate for a large solar farm development. It will lead to a loss of productive farm land and an adverse impact on the rural landscape and biodiversity. Any...
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I object to the proposed Solar Farm, it is to be sited on vast areas of farm land which will be rendered unusable for any form of agriculture in the heart of the Vale of York, one of the most...
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The solar farm would significantly impact the character and appearance of the landscape and there will be an enormous loss of agricultural land.
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We uprooted and moved to [REDACTED] to enjoy the countryside in our retirement. We are now too old for the upheaval of moving and it is devastating to us that our only pastime for us to enjoy walking...
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This proposal is totally unacceptable in its present form. 3,500 acres taken out of this agricultural land just to appease the government and the commitments it made. Distruption to humans and...
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I would recommend this scheme is rejected on the grounds it will occupy good agricultural land which is better used for farming. Solar panels are very inefficient method of generating electricity....
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I strongly oppose the establishment of the East Yorkshire solar farm. Transforming fertile farmland, jeopardising our food security, into vast expanses of PV panels disconnected from the grid for...
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1. No valid economic justification for the proposal is given other than a vague reference to the need for renewable energy. 2.The scale of the proposal is too big and intrusive for the landscape and...
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I consider this application will have a detrimental effect on the countryside environment and the people who choose to live here because they want to live in a rural area not a semi industrial one....
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Impact of nearness to private property and impact on wildlife and good farming land.
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Apart from the A63 road, which is a busy road especially at peak times, majority of the roads around the area are single track roads, riddled with potholes and certainly NOT suitable for the heavy...
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Although I see the benefit of solar power and how much it will benefit the future this project is ridiculous. Far too big and in a beautiful rural site where people have moved to avoid this type of...
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I object to this project as I believe it is not an appropriate site. The rural roads are too small for the traffic proposed and the impact on local residents and villages would be too disruptive.
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I totally oppose the proposed solar ‘farm’. Farms and agricultural land provide food to feed the growing population. Solar panels do not belong on agricultural land. They belong on the roofs of...
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Thank you for engaging with the Forestry Commission on this proposal. As the Governments forestry experts, we endeavour to provide as much relevant information to enable the project to reduce any...
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Farm land will be taken out of farming use. There will be disruption to plant life and animal life. The increase in traffic during the set up will have a major impact on the quiet country roads near...
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I am extremely worried that this will be the start of many similar projects in this area. East Yorkshire is flat and we are close to Drax. It makes this area perfect for solar and wind farms. If this...
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Generating electricity on poorer quality land will good for the local economy. Local land owners all live and work in the area. Wildlife will be boosted by non application of pesticides and chemical...
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The proposed application will ruin our local area/community. We will suffer from heavy traffic for years, ruining our clean air, creating noise pollution and ruining our already damaged roads.
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I would like to object to the project on the grounds that it will industrialise a rural landscape with the solar panels alone, spread over an area of 20.5 square miles or nearly 52 square kilometers....
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Extent of solar farm would have an overwhelming negative impact on: - productivity of arable land in the area; - wildlife habitat (mammals, birds, amphibians, plants) - farming community - property...
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The size of the project appears to be excessive in relation to the benefits the area will enjoy, namely its closeness to the surrounding villages. Will this solar farm generate jobs or just profit for...
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Stables Cottage is a self catering holiday cottage, and if the solar farm goes ahead it will put off people visiting the area. People who holiday here do so to be in the countryside. The construction...
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Booms plan to encircle all the villages was WRONG.All the villages without expetion that the area is now peaceful for all local wildlife which covers animals fish, birds all to be seen regularly. Many...
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I am registering to lodge my objections to the proposed project. I firmly believe that solar farms should be constructed on brownfield or other suitable "non-value" sites, and not on premium farmland...
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I have several concern's 1, 40 years isn't short term , it will ruin the landscape , we live here because we love the countryside . 2 , Displacement of wildlife . Boom representatives have told us...
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The planning application will take a large amount of productive agricultural land out of production. This means a reduction in domestic agricultural output therefore more agricultural goods will have...
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I disagree with this application for the solar panels for the following reasons. 1 It will completing destroy the look of the area and turn it into a industrial site. 2 The project is far to large for...
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To register my concern as a resident of [REDACTED] to the proposed huge solar farm eclipsing the village and surrounding area. The scale and location of the panels will surround and boarder our...
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This project would ruin the landscape, be a total eyesore and stop the land from being used for agriculture.
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With the current and world situations, the UK should not be removing prime agricultural land from our food production chain. Britain should be increasing its food production capacity. Whilst we need...
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My observations include three areas of concern. 1. Local impact on rural communities. The scale of the proposal, in common with the recently rejected similar proposal for Lincolnshire, would adversely...
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I strongly object to the east yorkshire solar 'farm' as it is just too large for a rural agricultural area. I will be surrounded by indurstrialised land, and have to drive through security fencing and...
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The East Yorkshire Solar Farm, a 3500 acre solar farm on the farm land around the villages of Spaldington, Gribthorpe, Willitoft, Wressle and the town of Howden will surround our homes, village and...
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I don't want the solar farm to happen because its my future that its going to effect. It will take away the views and green spaces that I know and love, away from me. It is also taking away land that...
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the size of the project devasting the local community and area turning it into a massive industrial site using valuable agricultural land for some 40 yearsthat will never recovery.The residents will...
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I wish to object to the proposed solar farm surrounding Spaldington and our family home. The size and scale of the solar farm will impact our quality of life considerably due to panels bordering our...
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Boom Power are submitting plans to the Planning Inspectorate for the East Yorkshire Solar Farm, a 3500 acre solar farm on the farm land around the villages of Spaldington, Gribthorpe, Willitoft,...
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Main issues - Impact to wildlife Endless crime Lifetime views ruined
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Main issues - Impact to wildlife Endless crime Lifetime views ruined
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the whole area will be destroyed because of the sheer size industrialiation and enornamity of it, devasting villages and the lives of the residents particularly those living in Gribthorpe and...
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The project will severely impact on the local amenities in the area. The quality of life for myself and other local people will be drastically reduced. I do not believe the highways in our area are...
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I don’t think this should go ahead as the area around here is all a nature area with real industrial area around here and I think it will spoil the area no end. Regards Mike
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The area is rural & quiet with single track roads. It has an abundance of wildlife which I see when walking each morning from barn owls & buzzards to deer. The area is flat giving good views across...
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I believe the area proposed for this project is unsuitable. The roads struggle to accommodate current traffic usage. The land is productive agricultural land and should not be industrialised.
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The planning application will take a large amount of productive agricultural land out of production. This means a reduction in domestic agricultural output therefore more agricultural goods will have...
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The proposed Solar farm will impact significantly on the local area. The conversion of farm land to vast areas of solar panels will envelope villages and convert a rural community to a wilderness of...
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Thank you for your consultation regarding the above development. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) welcomes the opportunity to comment on your proposals at this stage of the project. Please note...
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Although we do not live directly in the area we have quite regularly visited and walked our dogs down the lane. Our concern is how close the development would be to the lane. We often see riders down...
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Concerns about: 1. the adequacy of the alternatives considered. 2. The scale of the project. 3. The suitability of the location. 4. The likely adverse environmental impact. 5. The likely adverse...
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Climate change is one of the biggest issues facing us locally and globally. Increasing the amount of solar power is a key step in reducing dependence on fossil fuels. I am therefore broadly in favour...
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Response to: Notice of acceptance of an application for a Development Consent Order, East Yorkshire Solar Farm (Reference No. EN010143) ON BEHALF OF THE HISTORIC BUILDINGS AND MONUMENTS COMMISSION FOR...
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Having attended Boom Power's non-statutory public consultation last year, I remain very concerned at the scale of the proposed site and proximity to residential communities, as well as the loss of...
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Climate change is the biggest issue facing us. I am broadly in favour of the project. The environmental mitigations are very important, however, and I am concerned that the project developers should...
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[REDACTED] are in situ in the field off Brind Lane in the headland where solar panels are to be placed. Skylarks are nesting on the ground o this site. Bats nest in this area. All wildlife will be...
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A Solar Farm, whatever the size, should utilise a brownfield site, and not the proposed greenfield site. The short, medium & long-term impact on the various local communities and villages, such as...
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I am horrified at the size and scale of the East Yorkshire Solar Panel Farm, part of which will be situated around the village of Spaldington and close to the residential property where I live. I...
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I am very concerned the Boom Power Master Plan appears to have been drawn solely for the benefit of the Solar Farm Project, with little regard for the wellbeing of the hamlets and villages which will...
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This has been agricultural area since the Domesday Book and this project will be taking land which has been used for food production out of use. The project is going to seriously affect the roads...
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I am deeply concerned about the impact of this solar farm absorbing such a large area of productive farmland and the detrimental impact this will have on villages within the area. I agree solar energy...
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This is a rural area, the impact of this project will affect the wildlife, the tranquility, the levels of traffic, noise pollution. The effectiveness of solar in this country/ region is very...
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Having looked at some of the submissions and transcripts from previous NSIP solar farm examinations, it is clear that the Examining Authorities go to extraordinary lengths in reviewing the...
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I am an advocate of renewable energy, including solar; wind; geothermal; hydro; ocean and bio. I also have a background that includes work in association with Nation Power and British Nuclear Fuels...
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I have sold my home on the [REDACTED] and the completion date is [REDACTED] I decided to move here part time to be closer to my family and my mother who was in a care home in [REDACTED] I loved this...
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Proximity to dwellings is a major concern, particularaly the entrance to Spaldington Village. We require more detailed information on all aspects of the installation process, from start to finish...
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I have lived in [REDACTED] nearly 5 years and moved here because of my health and being nearer family. in fact I walk around the area every day for health reasons and i dont want to be put in more...
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I live in [REDACTED] with my husband in a property at the end of the village which fronts onto [REDACTED] and is next to a public right of way and farmland. We moved to Spaldington to enjoy a quiet...
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OBJECTION TO PLANNING APPLICATION Ref: EN010143 East Yorkshire Solar Farm Limited. Generating Stations The Scheme will comprise the construction, operation (including maintenance) and decommissioning...
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I wish to object to the proposed solar farm development, the sheer size and scale of this proposal will most definitely have a detrimental impact on the whole area and communities surrounding the...
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