Clachaig Glen. Design and Access Statement. May 2016

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1 Clachaig Glen Design and Access Statement May 2016

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3 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 1 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Introduction This Design and Access Statement (DAS) has been prepared by AECOM on behalf of E.ON Climate and Renewables UK Developments Limited (E.ON) to support a planning application under the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (as amended) ( the Act ) for permission to construct, operate and decommission Clachaig Glen Wind Farm (hereafter referred to as the Development ) The Development is the subject of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) under the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations The EIA process involves gathering environmental information about the Development Site and surrounding area over a period of time and revisiting and improving the project design to avoid, reduce or remedy environmental effects wherever possible. The results of this assessment, which informs and accompanies the planning application, are presented in a separate Environmental Statement (ES). 1.2 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm The Development Site is located approximately 20 kilometres (km) north of Campbeltown and 1.8 km north east of the small clachan of Muasdale on the western coast of the Kintyre Peninsula. The Development Site is centred at National Grid Reference (NGR) and is shown on Figure 1a: Proposed Site Plan The Development consists of up to 14 wind turbines each with a maximum height to blade tip of metres (m), with the exception of Turbine 1 (T1) which is m, and associated infrastructure. Each wind turbine will have a maximum electrical generating capacity of up to 3.4 megawatts (MW), giving a maximum total generating capacity of up to 47.6 MW. 1.3 Sustainable Development The Development will have an installed generation capacity of up to 47.6 MW of renewable electricity and will make a significant contribution towards reaching EU, and UK renewable energy targets, by harnessing wind as an alternative to the burning of fossil fuels Climate change is now widely recognised as one of the most significant environmental challenges facing the world today. In response to this a range of international and national policy and legislation has been introduced to encourage the development of renewable energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat the effects of climate change. In 2008, the European Union (EU) committed to a legally-binding 20% cut in greenhouse gas emissions by 2020 across all member states. This has been translated into UK legislation and is supported by a range policies aimed at ensuring that an increasing proportion of country s energy needs are met from renewable sources including wind power. 1.4 Legislative Context Under The Town and Country Planning (Hierarchy of Developments) (Scotland) Regulations 2009, the Development constitutes Major Development, being an electricity generating station the capacity of which exceeds 20 MW. Applications for planning permission for major developments are required to be accompanied by a Design and Access Statement (DAS) under Regulation 13 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations The following sections of this DAS consider the Development in terms of its use, scale, form, appearance, siting and layout, construction, access and landscaping. It should be read in conjunction with the Planning Statement and ES which accompany the planning application. 1.5 Design and Access Statement This DAS has been produced in accordance with requirements of Circular 3/2013 Development Management Procedures and with reference to the guidance contained in Planning Advice Note (PAN) 68 Design Statements Circular 3/2013 paragraph [3.24] states that: A design statement is a written statement about the design principles and concepts that have been applied to the development and which Explains the policy or approach adopted as to design and how any policies relating to design in the development plan have been taken into account. Describes the steps taken to appraise the context of the development and demonstrates how the design of the development takes that context into account in relation to its proposed use. States what, if any, consultation has been undertaken on issues relating to the design principles and concepts that have been applied to the development; and what account has been taken of the outcome of any such consultation Paragraph 3.26 states: A design and access statement must: Explain the policy or approach adopted as to access and how: (i) policies relating to such access in the development plan have been taken into account; and (ii) any specific issues which might affect access to the development for disabled people have been addressed. This should explain how the applicant's policy / approach adopted in relation to access fits into the design process and how this has been informed by any development plan policies relating to access issues The structure of this DAS is set out below: Section 1: Introduction; Section 2: Development Context; Section 3: The Design Process; Section 4: Access; Section 5: Final Layout and Associated Infrastructure; Section 6: Summary and Conclusions; and Section 7: Availability of the DAS.

4 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 2 2 DEVELOPMENT CONTEXT 2.1 Site and Surroundings The Development Site is located on the Kintyre Peninsula in Argyll and Bute; approximately 20 km north of Campbeltown and 1.8 km north-east of Muasdale (see Figure 1a) The majority of the Development Site is currently forested and managed by Forest Enterprise Scotland (FES) for timber production with the exception of the summit of Cruach Mhic an t-saoir on the eastern boundary of the Development Site and the ridge to the south of the site. The crop is in various stages of growth across the Development Site with forestry operations currently ongoing throughout The A83 between Tarbert and Campbeltown is located approximately 1 km to the west of the Development Site, although the proposed site access, which forms part of the Development Site, meets the A83 approximately 1 km to the north of Muasdale. Access to the Development Site will be from the Killean Estate junction with the A83, and follows the Kintyre Way long distance path heading east before heading south towards the site entrance There are a number of properties located within 3 km of the Development Site, including several isolated properties located adjacent to the west of the A83, associated with the small settlements of Muasdale, Beacharr and Glenbarr. The closest properties are located at North and South Beachmore, Crubadale, Low Clachaig, Aronod and Arnicle. The nearest residential property is High Clachaig, which is located approximately 0.5 km from the Development Site, or 850 m from the nearest Development infrastructure The southern part of the Development Site maintains height from the main eastern ridge at approximately 250 m above ordnance datum (AOD) to the south western area of the Development site. From this ridge the ground falls steeply to 200 m AOD in a valley with Clachaig Water before rising to approximately 320 m AOD to the north. This main valley, through the centre of which flows Clachaig Water (there are many minor tributaries that converge), falls to 140 m AOD at the western boundary of the Development site. Clachaig Water continues west where it eventually meets the sea. The Development site contains a small loch in the crags on the eastern ridge part of the Development site. Loch na Naich is located outside but immediately adjacent to the Development Site. 2.2 Planning Policy Context As the installed generation capacity will be under 50 MW, E.ON is seeking consent to construct, operate and decommission the Development from the local planning authority, Argyll and Bute, under the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act National Planning Policy Current national planning policy is dictated by key issues, namely climate change and the need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. This is driving the requirement for renewable energy to transform the UK into a lowcarbon economy. There is a range of national planning policy which provides guidance in relation to the development of wind farms. This is discussed in detail within the Planning Statement which accompanies the planning application; however the following have been taken into account as part of the design process: National Planning Framework 3 (NPF3); Scottish Planning Policy (SPP); Planning Advice Notes (PANs); On-line Renewables Planning Advice including Onshore wind turbines (updated May 2014); and, Planning, Energy and Climate Change Acts and Policies. National Planning Framework The National Planning Framework 3 (NPF 3), published in June 2014, provides a statutory framework for Scotland s long term spatial development. NPF 3 sets out the Scottish Government s spatial development priorities for the next 20 to 30 years and represents a clear vision of what is expected of the planning system and outcomes that it must deliver for the people of Scotland. Whilst it is not prescriptive, NPF 3 will form a material consideration when determining the applications for new wind energy developments. Scottish Planning Policy Scottish Planning Policy (SPP) was published in June 2014; its purpose is to set out national planning policies that reflect priorities of the Scottish Ministers for operation of the planning system and the development and use of land through sustainable economic growth. SPP aims to promote a planning process that is consistent across Scotland but flexible enough to accommodate local circumstances. The SPP demonstrates a commitment to sustainable growth through a balance of promoting development in the appropriate places SPP strongly promotes good quality design of development, from initial concept through to delivery. Specifically for onshore wind developments in sensitive areas, SPP recognises the need for significant protection through detailed and efficient design. Consideration to demonstrate that any significant effects on the qualities of sensitive areas can be substantially overcome by siting, good quality design and mitigation is required Scottish Government Policy is to generate the equivalent of 100% of Scotland's gross annual electricity consumption and the equivalent of 11% of Scotland's heat demand met from renewable sources and a further 500 MW of community and locally-owned renewable energy by Scottish Planning Policy supports the installation of a wide range of renewable energy technologies to achieve these targets Onshore Wind is referred to specifically in paragraphs 161 to 166 (development planning considerations) and paragraphs 169 to 174 (development management considerations) of the SPP within the A Low Carbon Place outcome. Development planning guidance for onshore wind includes reference to the need for planning authorities to set out in their development plans a spatial framework identifying those areas that are likely to be most appropriate for onshore wind farms. Table 1 in SPP provides guidance on how spatial frameworks should be set out. They should identify three types of areas including: Group 1: Areas where wind farms will not be acceptable ( i.e. National Parks and National Scenic Areas); Group 2: Areas of significant protection (e.g. national and international designations, nationally important environmental interests, community separation for considering visual impact); and Group 3: Areas with potential for wind farm development (where wind farms are likely to be acceptable subject to consideration of details) SPP also states that moratoria on onshore wind development are not appropriate Local Planning Policy The Argyll and Bute Local Development Plan, which was adopted in March 2015, comprises a Written Statement containing the Plan s core policies, schedules of allocations and a Proposals Map. These policies

5 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 3 are supported by Supplementary Guidance (adopted March 2016), which provides further information in relation to those policies contained with the LDP The details of relevant policies from the Plan can be found in Section 8 of the Planning Statement and are summarised in Table 6.3 of the ES Chapter 6: Planning Policy Context (ES Volume 2a). The policies envisage continued support for the development of renewable energy as an important environmental asset in Argyll and Bute and as part of the spatial strategy for Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Policy LDP Strat 1 Sustainable Development sets out the Council s commitment to principles of sustainable development, including reducing the area's carbon footprint and increasing energy efficiency The Plan continues to support the development of renewables as a key sector in the local economy. Key Objective D expresses support for the continued diversification and sustainable growth of Argyll and Bute s economy and identifies as a particular focus, the area's sustainable assets including renewables. Policy LDP 6 Supporting the Sustainable Growth of Renewables, states that Argyll and Bute Council will continue to support renewable energy developments where these are consistent with the principles of sustainable development The Policy also states that public access, including impact on long distance walking and cycling routes and those scenic routes identified in the National Planning Framework should be considered in the assessment of applications for wind turbine development. This is supported by Supplementary Guidance SG LDP TRAN 1 and TRAN 3 specifically.

6 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 4 3 THE DESIGN PROCESS 3.1 Overview The approach to wind farm design requires integrated consideration of a range of technical, environmental, planning and commercial factors, from initial site selection through the design process to the final proposed wind farm layout. This section describes the design process which has been applied to the Development including the design parameters considered and how they have been identified. 3.2 Site Selection Wind farm site selection requires consideration of a range of technical, environmental, planning and commercial factors including: Available wind resource; Site accessibility; Grid connection; Availability of land; Proximity to residential properties; and, Environmental or planning constraints or designations The Development Site (see Figure 1a) was identified by E.ON following a detailed study considering the potential for wind development across the FES Estate in Argyll and Bute. The Development site was identified as having the potential to support a viable wind farm development as it was expected to have sufficient wind resource, has good site access, and is close to the existing electricity network. 3.3 Design Approach The design of the Development has evolved as a result of series of technical and environmental studies and in response to consultation with a range of interested parties including statutory and non-statutory consultees, stakeholders and the local community The Development design has been progressed in parallel with the EIA process, as more information has become available on environmental and design constraints, and in response to issues raised during the EIA and public consultations The design evolution of the Development has taken full account of the physical, environmental and technical constraints of the Development Site, balancing energy generation yield and environmental impact. To achieve this, the physical, technical and environmental characteristics of the Development Site were identified through a combination of baseline studies and consultation with statutory and non-statutory consultees E.ON formed a Community Liaison Group (CLG) in order to provide a forum for more direct, two-way communication between E.ON and the community. The CLG provided an opportunity for community representatives to ask questions and to feedback on project details. In addition to representatives from E.ON and Forest Estate Scotland (FES), this group comprised local residents, representatives of West Kintyre Community Council, community councils adjacent to West Kintyre Community Council area (Campbeltown Community Council, Tarbert and Skipness Community Council, Gigha Community Council, and East Kintyre Community Council), as well as other stakeholder groups who chose to attend and input into discussions. Pre-application consultation with statutory and non-statutory consultees also played an important part in the design process as constructive feedback was fed in to the design iterations as detailed below. 3.4 Identification of Design Considerations Environmental Impacts and Planning As part of the EIA a number of specialist desk and site based surveys were undertaken. These studies helped to establish a baseline or existing conditions to inform the design process. By embedding the EIA within the design process, the likely significant adverse environmental impacts of the Development were identified as the design progressed and mitigation measures to avoid, reduce, or offset adverse environmental effects, or maximise environmental benefits, have been incorporated into the Development s design The main steps which have been followed in undertaking this EIA are as follows: Man-made processes that may change the character of the Development Site were both identified as part of the baseline surveys; Relevant natural and man-made processes that may change the character of the Development Site were identified as part of the baseline surveys; Consideration was given to the possible interactions between the Development and both existing and future site conditions. These interactions or effects were assessed using stated criteria based on accepted guidance and good practice; The possible environmental effects, both direct and indirect, were predicted and used to inform the site design process; Recommendations were made to avoid, minimise or mitigate adverse effects and, where possible, enhance positive effects; In cases where no practical mitigation measure has been identified, the ES has highlighted remaining or residual impacts and classified these in accordance with a standard set of significant criteria; and, The results of the EIA for the final design are reported within this ES. Landscape and Visual Feedback from Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) in October 2014 raised concerns over the visibility of the proposed turbines from A Chleit/ Muasdale, in particular the raised beach area and views from the A To address this concern, an initial assessment of landscape and visual impacts from the raised beach and other sensitive areas was undertaken. Turbines that were identified as highly visible from these viewpoints were highlighted and these areas were delineated as non-preferred landscape areas, which were marked as a constraint within the GIS mapping. The non-preferred landscape area was later extended slightly to take into account consultation responses on landscape and visual effects from the residents Turbines originally located within the defined non-preferred landscape areas were then repositioned outside these areas so as to avoid these areas of greater visual prominence. Ornithology Ornithological surveys confirmed that the unforested ridge area to the east of the Development Site was

7 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 5 considered to be high sensitivity for hen harriers and Greenland White-fronted geese. This area was therefore removed from the Land Available for Turbine Development at an early stage of the project. As a result of further ongoing ornithological surveys it became evident that due to the presence of Red-throated divers and White-fronted geese, the southern part of the Development Site should also be removed from the Land Available for Turbine Development. Technical and Engineering Alongside the environmental assessments, a number of technical studies of the site and the surroundings were carried out. This information has informed the development of the proposed design and EIA process. Key activities included: Monitoring of the wind speed and direction to inform a wind yield analysis; A review of the ground conditions and topography to identify engineering constraints such as areas of ground instability and flooding; Transport engineering review of alternative turbine delivery routes and required upgrades including traffic counts at various locations on the proposed delivery route; Review and analysis of the baseline forest design plans; Identification and mapping of other infrastructure including radio-communication links and utilities as well as consideration of potential grid connections; and, Aviation analysis including consideration of air traffic and radar operations (civilian and military) within the wider area. Consultation A multi-stage pre-application consultation programme was undertaken to inform the design of the Development Comprehensive programme of consultation was carried out which included an EIA Scoping exercise with statutory consultees and a range of pre-application consultation activities including: Public Information Days - in order to introduce the project to the community and provide an opportunity for all stakeholders to feedback on the proposal from an early stage; Public Exhibitions to provide an opportunity for all stakeholders to view the proposals for Clachaig Glen wind farm and give valuable feedback on the project; and CLG Meetings to provide a forum for more direct, two way communications between E.ON and representatives of the community The results of the EIA Scoping exercise and how the responses have been addressed are discussed in ES Chapter 5: Summary of Consultation (ES Volume 2a) The CLG, formed by E.ON, has played an integral part in the iterative design process of the Development. The CLG was set up in order to provide a forum for more direct, two-way communication between E.ON and the local community. The CLG provided an opportunity for community representatives to ask questions and to provide feedback on project details. 3.5 Design Considerations The layout of the Development has gone through a series of design iterations. Design Review Stages 1 8 (detailed in Section 3.6 below) describe the key stages in evolution of the Development layout, taking into account environmental and technical constraints, wind yield, and consultee comments. The proposed layout of the Development at each design review stage is shown on Figures 2 and 3 (Design Review Iterations) Design Review Stage 8 (Figure 3) represents the final layout, for which planning permission is being sought and which is described and assessed in ES Chapter 4: Project Description (ES Volume 2a) and shown on Figure 1a. Developable Area In September 2012, the initial site boundary was developed in consultation with FES. Two site boundaries were defined based on the boundary of the national forest estate (Figure 2 and Figure 3). The Land Available for Turbine Development (which incorporates all land considered and assessed for turbine siting); and The Land Available for Associated Development (which incorporates land available for all infrastructure associated with the Development, including access tracks, borrow pits, construction compounds, and associated infrastructure, for example). Constraints Mapping Using the defined Land Available for Associated Development boundary, physical and environmental constraints on the Development (both on-site and off-site) were identified by means of detail desk study, consultation and fieldwork. The constraints considered included (but were not limited to): Wind yield; Topography; Ground conditions; Dwellings; Utilities; Overhead power lines and overhead cables; Telecommunications links; Roads; Footpaths and cycle paths; Watercourses; Archaeological features; Environmental designations; Woodlands; Potential for landscape and visual impacts by using a zone of theoretical visibility (ZTV); and, Ecological and ornithological species/ habitat The constraints information was mapped within a Geographic Information System (GIS) to determine a maximum developable area for the turbine array and the associated infrastructure (see Figures 2 and 3). 3.6 Design Evolution This section summarises the environmental and technical considerations which informed the design of the Development and its evolution from the originally proposed 53 turbines down to 14 turbines (as shown on see Figures 2 and 3).

8 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 6 Design Review An initial turbine layout was prepared comprising of 53 turbines, each with a maximum tip height of m (Figure 2). This turbine layout was a maximum layout within the FES land ownership boundary and considered all initial known environmental constraints, including watercourses, slope, dwellings and the recreational route (Kintyre Way) to the north This initial layout was used to inform various consultations with statutory consultees, the CLG and the general public, as part of the following Public Information Days (5 and 6 June 2013); and EIA Scoping Report (submitted on 7 June 2013) In response to these consultations, further studies were undertaken as part of the EIA process with regard to landscape and visual effects and other potentially sensitive sites A more detailed constraints mapping exercise also undertaken to inform the design going forward. Design Review At the following design review stage, to take into account of updated option agreements and to include land for a potential access track direct to the A83, the Land Available for Associated Development boundary was amended to include two additional parcels of land to the north and west (as shown in Figure 2) Due to the increase in the area of the land available for the Development, a revised maximum layout was developed within the new Development boundary. This revised layout comprised of 58 turbines. The maximum tip height of m was maintained for each turbine. Design Review In April 2014, a third design review was undertaken. The revised design took into consideration a high sensitivity ornithology constraint identified at the eastern end of the Land Available for Associated Development, which had been identified through ongoing ornithological surveys. The ridge area to the east of the Land Available for Associated Development was considered highly sensitive due to Hen Harrier and Red-throated diver activity. To avoid the potential for ornithological effects, the turbine array was amended on the remaining Land Available for Turbine Development and the maximum number of turbines reduced to 50 (as shown in Figure 2) The Design Review 3 layout was presented for consultation with local residents and stakeholders at the CLG Design Workshops held at Glenbarr and Gigha village halls in May Design Review Following feedback from the CLG Design Workshops in May 2014, the turbines to the west of the Land Available for Associated Development were removed, as concerns were raised by the community regarding the potential for visual impacts on local residents to the west of the site, the A83 and the Area of Panoramic Quality. Therefore a less preferred area for landscape protection was added to the constraints plan (Figure 3.3, ES Volume 2b) In response to this feedback, a revised turbine layout of 43 turbines (see Figure 2) was developed. Turbines were removed from the western part of the site, which resulted in reducing much of the visual intrusion from the coastline. The maximum tip height of m was maintained for each turbine Following a review of the preliminary access assessment of the preferred route to the Development, which was based on a Siemens SWT turbine with a 45 m blade length, further assessment was undertaken with respect to a Siemens SWT turbine with a 49 m blade length, to identify any potential risks in achieving access into the site for the 49 m blade transporter. Further assessment confirmed that this was achievable and the candidate turbine model was confirmed as the Siemens SWT The Design Review 4 layout was presented at the Community Council meeting in October 2014 and was discussed at a meeting with SNH and Argyll and Bute Council in the same month. Design Review At this time, further ornithology constraints were identified to the south of the Land Available for Associated Development, which was deemed a high sensitivity ornithology constraint (Figure 3). This was reflected in a further reduction of the Land Available for Turbine Development. Furthermore, during an internal design workshop between the landscape architect and the E.ON wind yield team, the E.ON wind yield team identified parts of the Land Available for Turbine Development that were unsuitable in terms of turbine efficiency for the development At this time, turbine hub heights were lowered to 76 m and the maximum blade length was increased to 49 m. As a result, the spacing between the proposed turbines increased, resulting in a 22 turbine layout (shown in Figure 3). The maximum tip height of m was maintained for each turbine The Design Review 5 layout was presented at the CLG meeting in May Design Review Following feedback from the meeting with Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and Argyll and Bute Council in October 2014 further design work was undertaken to refine the initial objectives and to pick up on the design points brought forward by SNH and Argyll and Bute Council. The key objectives for this further design work were to: reduce the horizontal spread particularly when viewed from the west; limit turbines in view from the Kintyre Way and from the A83 and coastal fringe; rationalize the turbines in view from North Muasdale by limiting stacking and overlap; and creating a simpler layout After considering the objectives detailed above, seven turbines were removed from the previous layout, resulting in a revised 15 turbine layout (see Figure 3). The maximum tip height, blade length and hub height were maintained for the remaining turbines The 15 turbine layout was presented at a Public Exhibition in September 2015 and additional consultation with SNH and Argyll and Bute Council was undertaken in October Design Review Following the public exhibition a further internal design workshop was held between the landscape architect and the E.ON wind yield team. The layout was refined to optimize wind yield, in terms of efficiency, and to reduce visibility Further consultation with SNH and Argyll and Bute Council highlighted that some turbines to the north of the Land Available for Turbine Development could be considered prominent from a landscape and visual perspective. Therefore, the key focus of the design review was on the northernmost turbines located on a more elevated part of the Development Site. The northernmost turbines were re-sited, with one being removed entirely.

9 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement As Turbine 1 is to be located on higher ground at the north of the Land Available for Turbine Development, it was decided that the hub height of the turbine would be decreased to 65 m to improve visibility from sensitive receptors. The resulting maximum tip height for Turbine 1 was m. The height of the other turbines remained unchanged The 14 turbine layout was confirmed as the final turbine layout in December 2015 (see Figure 3). Design Review Following confirmation of the final turbine layout, work commenced on the design of the infrastructure on site (access tracks, turbine crane pads, substation, proposed borrow pit locations and proposed location of the permanent met mast). As part of Design Review 8, the proposed access to the site was added to the layout plan (see Figure 3) In developing the infrastructure layout, use was made where possible of the existing access track to minimise disturbance of land. The layout was also influenced by ground conditions and topography. New access tracks have been routed in order to avoid, as much as possible, areas of deeper peat. Potential effects on watercourses have been reduced by minimising the number of crossings required Design Review 8 (see Design Review 8 on Figure 3: Design Review Iterations 5 to 8) represents the finalised layout for the Development for which planning permission is being sought. The final design, including all of the components which it comprises, is described in detail in Chapter 4: Project Description and is shown on Figure 1a. Mitigation by Design As outlined above, E.ON has addressed a wide range of physical, environmental and technical issues during the development of the wind farm design and the Development is based on a thorough understanding and appreciation of local character and circumstances. The final design of the Development was the result of several stages of design iteration, informed by analysis of the environmental baseline, technical constraints, financial viability and comprehensive consultation As a direct consequence of the site selection and design process outlined above, the Development contains considerable embedded mitigation, including: Avoidance of internally and national designated areas; Use of existing site access tracks where possible to minimise disturbance of land; Reduction in number of turbines from 53 to 14, thus materially reducing the scale and extent of landscape and visual impacts; Minimisation of land take; Appropriate siting of turbines (to minimise landscape, visual and noise impacts); and Avoidance of sensitive features and receptors Where necessary, further mitigation measures to address specific environmental effects are provided within Chapters 7 to18 of the ES (Volume 2a).

10 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 8 4 ACCESS 4.1 Introduction This part of the DAS addresses: Turbine delivery ( Route to Site ); Movement of Construction Vehicles and Construction Personnel to Site; Permanent Site Access and Access Track Layout; and Tourist Route Access This access statement focuses on the movement of vehicular traffic to and on site. Other route users are specifically considered with respect to existing off site public access routes and potential effects of the Development on these A detailed assessment of traffic and transport was commissioned by E.ON to inform the choice of route to site and to consider the transport implications of the Development. This is reported in ES Chapter 14: Traffic, Transport and Access (ES Volume 2a). 4.2 Turbine Delivery Route to Site The preferred route for delivery of turbine equipment to the Development Site is from the Harbour at Campbeltown. The route from the harbour to the A83 would egress the harbour onto Kinloch Road travelling northwest along Aqualibrium Avenue, then turning right onto the A83. From Campbeltown the transporter route to site would be along the A83 northwards An access assessment of the abnormal load route from port to site has been undertaken by AECOM; this includes a swept path analysis of the route. This assessment report can is presented in Appendix 14.1, ES Volume The assessment identified risks associated with the transportation of wind turbine components and classified the magnitude of those risks as: High, whereby there are environmental, planning or technical issues which are considered to offer a significant constraint to development and which may prove difficult to overcome; Medium, whereby, through the design process, the risk could feasibly be overcome; and Low, whereby the risk would require no work other than what is accepted as good practice for wind farm development The salient findings of this report are as follows: Campbeltown is deemed a suitable harbour to accommodate a 49 metre (m) blades and equipment; and Along the A83 to the Development Site, all locations are perceived as low risk for the delivery of the wind turbine blades E.ON has consulted with turbine manufacturers regarding the transport requirements of 49 m blades in order to determine the feasibility of the abnormal load access route and the narrow clearance margin highlighted in the swept path analysis of the route in Tarbert. If a blade greater than 49 m is selected following consent, then further assessment would be undertaken to confirm suitability A Traffic Management Plan (TMP) will be developed in consultation with Argyll and Bute Council following award of consent. This will set out all traffic management procedures including programming, vehicles movements on and off site, stacking areas and diversions. The TMP will be developed in consultation with FES in order to ensure that it takes account of planned felling, harvesting or re-planting within the forest and any vehicle movements associated with these activities. 4.3 Movement of Construction Vehicles and Construction Personnel to Site The number of construction vehicle movements will largely be influenced by whether the required material can be won on site using the temporary quarries (or borrow pits ) Theoretically, all the required material could be won on site using the temporary quarries indicated on Figure 1a. The traffic assessment carried out as part of the EIA however conservatively assumes that all construction material will be imported to the Development Site as a worst case scenario for assessment purposes. The use of the temporary quarries on site would therefore serve to reduce the associated traffic numbers presented in this assessment There are three potential off site quarry locations where construction materials (such as aggregate and ready mixed concrete) could be sourced from. The locations of these off site quarries and the routes that HGVs would take between to the Development Site, are: Oban, 85 km north (there are a number of quarries near Oban): Route to the Development would include the A816 from Oban and then the A83; Furnace, 62 km northeast: Route to the Development would include the A83 South from Furnace; and Cairndow, 80 km northeast: Route to the Development would include the A83 south from Cairndow It should be noted that the above list is not exhaustive and considers only a selection of the main operators. There may be smaller local suppliers who could also be used during the construction phase Personnel traffic will largely be influenced by the proximity to nearby towns Construction personnel may live locally or could potentially travel from settlements between Glasgow and Tarbert north along the A82, west along the A83 and south on the A83 to the Development Site. Construction personnel may also travel south from Oban along the A816, join the A83 at Lochgilphead and continue south towards the Development Site. Construction personnel may also travel north along the A83 from Campbeltown. There are a number of smaller settlements on these routes where construction personnel may travel from. Construction personnel living in those locations furthest from the Development Site may stay at B&B accommodation closer to the Development Site from Monday to Thursday. 4.4 Construction Access Construction access to the Development will be from the Killean Estate junction with the A83 and will follow the Cross-Kintyre Timber Haul Route heading east before turning right and heading south towards the main Development Site entrance (NGR , ), as illustrated on Figure 1a and Figure 1b. The access track will be widened in areas to enable wind turbines to be brought to the main Development Site. In order to facilitate this, the Development Site includes a corridor 10 m either side of the existing access track from the Development to the A83, increasing to 30 m either side at the junction with the A83.

11 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement Permanent Site Access and Access Track Layout Permanent access to the Development will be taken from the same junction of the Killean Estate Junction with the A83 that will be used for construction access, following the Cross-Kintyre Timber Haul Route. Due to ongoing forestry operations across and adjacent to the Development Site, there is a well- established FES access track within the Development Site boundary Approximately 17.4 km of access track will be utilised (8.4 km of new access track and 9 km of existing track upgrades) to provide permanent access to turbine locations, crane pads and other associated infrastructure as required The new access tracks will be constructed of crushed stone which will be sourced from on-site small temporary quarries. The running width of the access tracks will be approximately 5 m (wider at bends) with nine passing places Access tracks will be of either cut track or floated road construction, depending on the local ground conditions. Cut tracks would involve the removal of top soil and excavation to a suitable base on which the access track will be constructed using crushed and compacted rock. Geo-synthetic or geo-textile material may also be used to provide greater load bearing capacity where required Nine passing places will be provided along the new/ upgraded access track, measuring 67 m x 6 m. Site vehicles will also be able to use some crane hardstandings as passing places The tracks will be constructed in camber (and cross-fell) to allow drainage of the running surface and drainage ditches will be located in the road verges. The detailed drainage design will be developed following award of consent and the design will comply with current good practice guidance. As such, for the purposes of the EIA, it can be assumed that the drainage system will be based on Sustainable Urban Drainage (SUDS) principles and will be developed in accordance with the Water Environment (Controlled Activities) (Scotland) Regulations 2011 (known as CAR ) Drainage will comprise a combination of drainage ditches located either side of the Development Site access tracks as well as cross drains at regular intervals. The running surface of the site access tracks will be gently cambered (or cross-felled) and provide some permeability in order to prevent the build-up of large volumes of water. Drainage ditches will be appropriately sized and vegetated in order to accommodate peak runoff volumes. Cross drains will be located at regular intervals to reduce the flow from each pipe crossing and reduce erosion at the outfall. Operational Traffic Movement to site is largely a construction consideration as it is envisaged that once the Development Site is operational, the amount of traffic associated with the Development will be low Operational traffic will comprise routine service and maintenance team visits, together with the occasional need to access the Development Site for more extensive maintenance, repair or management purposes. The vehicles used for the majority of operational visits are likely to be a small four-wheel drive vehicles; however, there may be an occasional need for an HGV or road-going crane or similar to access the Development Site for heavier maintenance and repair work. 4.6 Decommissioning Traffic At the end of the Development lifetime (25 years), decommissioning will include the removal of all above ground structures and equipment, cables cut off to at least 1 m below ground but otherwise left in situ, bases of turbines cut off below ground level and covered with topsoil to encourage regeneration of the original habitat. Site access tracks and cabling will be left in-situ as it is considered more environmentally damaging to remove them On completion of the decommissioning works, all temporary facilities will be removed and areas of excavation/ disturbed ground will be reinstated The mitigation measures proposed for the decommissioning phase of the Development would be similar to that required at the construction stage. Decommissioning will be carried out in accordance with a decommissioning plan prepared by the wind farm operator and agreed with the relevant authorities at least 6 months in advance of decommissioning. Any such measures required at decommissioning would be agreed with the local authority in advance of decommissioning works commencing. 4.7 Tourist Route Access The vast majority of tourist routes in the area will not be impacted by the construction phase. However, the proposed access route to the Development from the A83 coincides with the C094 Core Path, which the Kintyre Way follows between Tayinloan and Carradale All traffic will access the Development site from the Killean Estate Junction off the A83. The access route will follow the Cross-Kintyre Timber Haul Route to avoid the impacts associated with developing new roads. The existing track is currently also utilised by forestry machinery for entrance to High Clachaig Forest and access to the Deucheran Hill Wind Farm During the construction phase there will be an increase in the volume of traffic on the route, which will impact on amenity and access. Public access along the stretch of the Kintyre Way that coincides with the Development access route is likely to temporarily restricted during construction to ensure works are carried out safely (e.g temporarily stopping access during deliveries). Any restrictions would be short-term, lasting no more than a few hours at a time The access track will be partitioned to create temporary footpaths will be instated to mitigate against restricted access deterring visitors and to ensure connectivity along the Kintyre Way during the construction period. Therefore, access to the Kintyre Way will be maintained and no closures or diversions are proposed. Further details will be provided in the Traffic Management Plan (TMP) to be prepared post consent During the operational phase access is not expected to be impacted as vehicular trips associated with the site will drop to infrequent maintenance activities Given that all recreational routes will remain open, with minimal disruption throughout construction and the fact that suitable provision for service vehicles (including emergency services) access and turning will be naturally provided, it is not envisaged that any additional provisions are required to meet the requirements for access as outlined in the adopted Local Plan and associated Supplementary Guidance.

12 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 10 5 FINAL LAYOUT AND ASSOCIATED INFRASTRUCTURE 5.1 Introduction This Section provides a description of the Clachaig Glen Wind Farm final layout and associated infrastructure. It provides a detailed description of the Development including wind turbines, crane pads, access roads, a control building and substation, the permanent anemometer mast and temporary construction facilities Table 2 provides a summary of the key development characteristics. The final turbine layout and associated infrastructure as described in subsequent sections is illustrated in Figure 1a. Table 2: Key Development Characteristics Table 2: Key Development Characteristics Component Control Building and Substation Compound Site Access Tracks Description Total number: 1 (100 m micro-siting tolerance). Location approximately centred on NGR , Dimensions: 100 m x 50 m. Footprint: 5,000 m 2. Maximum height of substation: Up to 10m* See Figure 6b for Indicative Control Building and Substation Compound Elevations Plan Length: 17.4 km (8.4 km new track; 9 km upgraded existing track). Running Width: typically 5 m (wider at bends). New access tracks will have a 50 m micro-siting tolerance. The proposed site entrance is shown on Figure 1b. Component Description Total Number: 14. Maximum Rated Output per turbine: up to 3.4 MW. Watercourse and Culvert Crossings 6 watercourse crossing points as follows: 4 new crossings; and Alterations to 2 existing crossings. Total generating capacity of up to 47.6 MW Total number: 9. Wind Turbines Turbine Foundations Turbine 1 Height (to tip): up to m. Turbines 2 to 14 Height (to tip): up to m. Hub Height: up to 80 m. Each turbine will have a micro-siting tolerance of 50 m. Total number: 14. Footprint per Turbine: 21 m diameter (346 m 2 ). Gravity Foundation Depth: 2.5 m (dependent on ground conditions). Piled Foundation Depth: Requirement for (and depth of) piled foundations cannot be confirmed until after the ground investigation is completed (to be undertaken post-consent). Please see Figures 6a & 6b: Indicative Gravity Turbine Foundation and Indicative Piled Turbine. Foundation Total Number: 14. Passing Places Small temporary quarries Temporary Construction Compound Forestry (felling) Cable Trenches Description: 67 m x 6 m wide (adjacent to the upgraded/ new access track). Passing places will have a 50 m micro-siting tolerance line with the site access tracks. Total number: 6. Description: Temporary quarries (borrow pits) with short tracks to link them to the main access track. 100 m micro-siting tolerance. Total number: 1 (located at NGR , ). Description: Approximate dimensions 135 m x 75 m, giving a compound area of 10,125 m 2. Area to be felled for Development: 1.14 km 2 ( ha). 1.5 m in width and 1 m in depth. Cables will be installed along site access tracks. Approximate length of cabling is 10.2 km. Turbine Crane Pads Dimensions: 30 m x 44 m (1320 m 2 ). Each crane pad will have a 50 m micro-siting tolerance. Crossing Points and Cable Markers (for cables) Required to ensure normal forest practices can be continued. Permanent Anemometer Mast Total number: 1 (located at NGR , ). Description: Up to 80 m high permanent wind monitoring mast (steel lattice structure). Foundation: Approximately 2m long x 2 m wide x 2.5 m deep. Crane hardstanding: Approximately 20 m x 20 m. 5.2 Overview of the Development Anemometry Mast A permanent anemometry mast will be installed in the location of the current temporary mast, as shown on Figure 1a (NGR , ). This mast will be erected to aid performance monitoring of the wind

13 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 11 turbines and to collect meteorological data. The mast will be up to 80 m high comprising of a steel lattice structure on to which wind speed monitoring and recording equipment will be attached. The mast will be constructed on a reinforced concrete foundation in order to ensure that it withstands severe weather. Figure 4 provides an illustration of the proposed anemometry mast. Wind Turbines and Foundations There are a range of turbine makes and models which are considered to be suitable for the Development. Figure 5 provides an illustration of an indicative turbine model. The final choice of turbine will be made following the award of consent. For the purposes of this application and the EIA a set of basic parameters has been established with which the selected turbine model must comply: Hub Height: Up to 80 m Tip Height: Up to m The turbines will be constructed on reinforced concrete foundations, established on bedrock (following excavation) or on micro-piles, depending on localised ground conditions. Each foundation will require approximately 355 m 3 of concrete (assuming gravity pad foundation) but can have a surface footprint of 21 m The turbine will comprise a tapered tubular steel tower and nacelle containing the generator and associated equipment which are attached to a hub and rotor assembly including three turbine blades. Turbines will be finished in a semi-gloss light grey colour A transformer measuring 5 m by 3 m by 3 m will be required for each turbine. Depending on the final turbine specification the transformer may be located within the turbine tower or located outside and immediately adjacent to it The Development will comprise a maximum of 14 turbines as illustrated on Figure 1a. The six figure grid references (easting and northing) for each turbine location are set out in Table 3. A micro-siting tolerance of 50 m forms part of the application and this has been taken into account in the context of all the assessments. Environmental constraints will be taken into consideration when micro-siting turbines during detailed design so as to maintain the environmental effects as outlined in this ES. Turbine Crane Pads Table 3: Turbine Locations* Turbine No. Easting Northing * Turbine locations are subject to 50 m micro-siting tolerance Each turbine location requires an area of hardstanding approximately 44 m x 30 m or 1,320 m 2 to be installed adjacent to the turbine foundation, which will accommodate the cranes required to erect the turbines. The crane pads will provide a stable base on which to locate the turbine components and installation equipment during the construction phase. The crane pad will be made up of a layer of geo- textile or geo-synthetic material overlain with compacted aggregate material. The exact dimensions and specification of the crane pads will be subject to detailed design following the grant of consent for the Development The crane pads will be left in-situ following construction to facilitate servicing and maintenance of the turbines during the operation and for use during decommissioning of the Development Site.

14 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 12 Control Building including Substation Components A control building and substation will be constructed within the Development Site as shown on Figure 1a (approximately centred on NGR , ). The control building will accommodate high voltage switchgear, plant and equipment as well as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) plant and equipment which will allow local control of the Development. The footprint of the control building and substation will be approximately 100 m by 50 m (5,000 m 2 ) The design of the control building and substation will be subject to detailing design following award of consent. Buildings will be developed to integrate with their surroundings and constructed in the local vernacular. It should be noted that subject to detailed electrical design certain equipment such as high voltage switchgear may be located outside within a secure compound Indicative illustrations of the proposed control building and substation are shown on Figure 7. Underground Cabling Underground electrical cables will connect the turbines to the substation which is turn will be connected to the electricity transmission/distribution network. The underground cables will be laid in trenches approximately 1.5 m in width and 1 m in depth broadly following existing FES access tracks and new access tracks as much as possible in order to reduce the footprint of the Development. Manholes will be installed at regular locations to provide access for maintenance activities. The cable trenches will be backfilled with a combination of cement bound sand (CBS) and excavated material and the ground surface reinstated. A typical underground cable trench cross section is illustrated in Figure 8. Grid Connection A connection to the electricity transmission/distribution system will be required. This does not form part of the Development and is not the subject of the current planning application to which this ES relates. The grid connection will be developed by Scottish Hydro-Electric Transmission Limited (SHETL), the Transmission System Operator. The grid connection will be subject to consideration under separate EIA Regulations and consenting process. Watercourse Crossings Access tracks have been developed to minimise the number of watercourse crossings required as much as possible. A total of six crossings are required as noted in Table 4 below. All watercourse crossings have been developed taking into account the guidance contained within Engineering in the Water Environment Good Practice Guide: River Crossing: Second Editions (SEPA, 2010) and River Crossings and Migratory Fish: design Guidance (Scottish Executive, 2000). All crossings will be designed to accommodate 1 in 200 year peak flows (including climate change allowance) in order to reduce the risk of flooding. The exact specifications of the watercourse crossings will be subject to detailed design following granting of consent. Table 4: Watercourse Crossings Watercourse Location Proposed Crossing Proposed Crossing Type* WC , New Closed Pipe Culvert WC , New Closed Pipe Culvert WC , Existing Closed Pipe Culvert Table 4: Watercourse Crossings Watercourse Location Proposed Crossing Proposed Crossing Type* WC , New Closed Pipe Culvert WC , Existing Single Span Bridge WC , New Single Span Bridge *For further details on proposed crossings, please refer to Appendix 11.1: Watercourse Crossing Strategy (ES Volume 3). Small Temporary Quarries Approximately 78,115 m 3 of aggregate material will be required for the construction of the Development. In order to minimise the volume of material imported, small temporary quarries ( borrow pits ) are proposed. These will be used to provide the majority of aggregate required for the access tracks. It is proposed that rock will be extracted from the small temporary quarries (borrow pits) onsite and crushed by mechanical plant (to be confirmed post-consent) for use on site. Following completion of construction activities the small temporary quarries will be reinstated using excess spoil. The exact design of the small temporary quarries will be subject to detailed ground investigation and design following award of consent for the Development. A 100 m micro-siting tolerance has been applied for borrow pits to allow for unforeseen ground conditions. Table 5: Small temporary quarries Temporary Construction Facilities During the construction period there will be a requirement for a number of temporary construction facilities including: Name Location Estimated Potential Volumes (m 3 ) BP , ,500 BP , ,300 BP , ,250 BP , ,188 BP , ,500 BP , ,000 Site offices including offices and meeting rooms; Staff welfare facilities including toilets, kitchen and a mess room; Storage and laydown areas for construction vehicles, plant, equipment and other materials; Appropriately bunded areas to be used for the storage of oils and other fuels; and Potential aggregate recycling and concrete batching facilities A temporary construction compound of 135 m x 75 m will be constructed at NGR , This will accommodate the facilities described above as well as provide sufficient parking for the appointed contractor s workforce, deliveries and visitors.

15 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 13 6 SUMMARY AND CONCLUSIONS Clachaig Glen Wind Farm is a well-designed, sustainable development with a generating capacity of up to 47.6 MW of renewable energy. The Development will facilitate a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity generating industry by harnessing wind providing an alternative to the burning of fossil fuels, in line with the Government s national energy goals Permanent access to the Development will be taken from the same junction of the Killean Estate and the A83 that will be used for construction access. A detailed assessment of traffic and transport was commissioned by E.ON to inform the choice of route to the Development Site and to consider the transport and access implications of the Development The evolution of the design has demonstrated that environmental effects associated with the construction and operation of the Development have been avoided or minimised through the use of an iterative design, consultation and EIA processes and with the application of mitigation measures In particular, the layout has evolved in response to feedback from the community and consultees, and environmental and technical investigations Once the Development Site s context was assessed in more detail and early layouts identified, the local community and statutory and non-statutory consultees were consulted, which also informed modifications to the design. The feedback was collected throughout all stages and evaluated to identify opportunities and constraints that informed the Development, including resolving any conflicting issues The final design for the Development was the result of several stages of design iteration, which were fed by comprehensive consultation. The consultation feedback was integral to these design changes. In responding to the consultation feedback, design work, and environmental assessment, E.ON has addressed a wide range of issues and developed a design that is based on a thorough understanding and appreciation of local character and circumstances. Eight main design iterations, including the final layout, were established as a result of the EIA and comprehensive consultation process. The resulting 14 turbines in the final layout have been positioned centrally, following advice from SNH, in order to minimise the landscape and visual impact of the Development The potential environmental effects from the Development are detailed in the ES and, where necessary, further mitigation measures have been proposed to eliminate or reduce these effects.

16 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 14 7 REFERENCES Argyll and Bute Council (2015). Local Development Plan Written Statement Adopted March Argyll and Bute Council (2015). Proposed Local Development Plan Supplementary Guidance February Commission for Architecture and the Built Environment, (2006). Design and Access Statements, How to Write, Read and Use Them. Scottish Executive, (2006). Planning Advice Note (PAN) 68: Design Statements. Scottish Government, (1997). Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (as amended). Scottish Government, (2009). Town and Country Planning (Hierarchy of Developments) (Scotland) Regulations Scottish Government, (2011). Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations Scottish Government, (2013). Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedures) (Scotland) Regulations Scottish Government (2014). Scottish Planning Policy. Scottish Government (2014). Scotland s Third National Planning Framework. Scottish Government (Updated 2014). Online Renewables Planning Advice: Onshore Wind Turbines. Circular 3/2013 Development Management Procedures.

17 Clachaig Glen Wind Farm Design and Access Statement 15 8 FIGURES Figure 1a: Proposed Site Plan Figure 1b: Proposed Site Entrance Figure 2: Design Review Iterations 1 to 4 Figure 3: Design Review Iterations 5 to 8 Figure 4: Indicative Permanent Met Mast Figure 5: Indicative Turbine Model Figure 6a: Indicative Gravity Turbine Foundation Figure 6b: Indicative Piled Turbine Foundation Figure 7: Indicative Control Building and Substation Compound Figure 8: Typical Underground Cable Trench

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