PLANNING APPLICATION - REPOWER OF BURGAR HILL

This chapter provides a description of the Proposed Development, associated ancillary infrastructure and its

geographical context. It also outlines the anticipated construction, operation and decommissioning activities

connected with the Proposed Development and the Site.

This Non-Technical Summary (NTS) provides an accessible overview of the proposed development and the findings of the Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR). It is intended to help readers understand the project, the environmental topics assessed, the potential effects identified, and the measures proposed to avoid, reduce or mitigate those effects, without the need to refer to the more detailed technical documents.

The Planning and Policy Statement explains how the Proposed Development aligns with national, regional and local planning policy. It considers the relevant planning policies and other material considerations and demonstrates how the planning application supports the objectives of these policies.

The Socio-Economic Statement considers the economic and social effects of the Proposed Development. It assesses the contribution the project is expected to make to the local and regional economy, including employment, investment, supply chain opportunities and wider community benefits.