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Nottinghamshire Minerals Local Plan Publication Version

Representation ID: 257

Received: 11/10/2019

Respondent: Tarmac

Agent: Heaton Planning Ltd

Legally compliant? No

Sound? No

Duty to co-operate? No

Representation Summary:

Tarmac support the recognition within paragraph 3.45 that detrimental impact on the
natural and built environment as a result of mineral extraction is temporary in nature and
can bring about many environmental benefits. In addition, paragraph 3.51 acknowledges
that in regard to heritage and cultural assets, mineral development provides major
opportunities to understand the County’s rich archaeological heritage.
Policy SP5 as worded is a repeat of other environmental policy and is not positively prepared
and is therefore considered unsound. The policy as worded does not recognise the
weighting of all facets of sustainable development that should be applied when considering
applications for development. In regard to mineral extraction, whilst there may be potential
for environmental impact, the economic benefit of mineral extraction should be afforded
‘great weight’ (paragraph 205 of the NPPF). In addition, the significance of impact depends
on the significance of the asset it affects. Paragraph 171 of the NPPF states that Plans
should, ‘distinguish between the hierarchy of international, national and locally designated
sites’. As such it is considered this policy is unnecessary and could be deleted.
Paragraph 3.63 should be deleted as issues associated with infrastructure is handled under
the provisions of the Mining Code.

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