Council response to Nigg Quayside Extension application
17th August 2013
The Highland Council has granted planning permission to Global Energy Nigg Ltd. for an extension to the south quayside, to allow new berthing facilities for shipping and the establishment of additional hard standing and temporary lay down areas. The proposal represents a £37 million upgrade of existing facilities at this established location.
There was extensive pre application discussion and community engagement though the Prior Application Notification process before the application was lodged. The applicants entered into a processing agreement with Highland Council for the handling of the application which has been approved within the agreed timescale.
The proposal was advertised and consultations undertaken with all relevant statutory consultees. None of the consultees raised any objections subject to the imposition of appropriate conditions. Advertisement of the application resulted in one public comment. The concerns raised were taken into account in the determination of the application.
The Council’s approval of this development reaffirms its support of the principle of opportunities for energy development in the Highlands and highlights the economic benefits that this can bring.
Leader of The Highland Council, Councilor Drew Hendry said: “I am delighted to see the continued expansion of Nigg. Highland Council is committed to supporting development opportunities to realise the key infrastructure assets which the Highlands can offer. This application was a well-considered submission on which the developer and agencies worked well together to help deliver investment and employment opportunities without detriment to the wider environment. This along with other exciting opportunities currently being progressed in Highland will continue to establish the area as a centre of excellence in the energy and renewable sector creating jobs and apprentices.”
In parallel with this application - separate licensing applications for marine aspects of the plan are currently being considered by Marine Scotland, the government directorate and lead authority on marine matters.
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