Decision expected today on University of Nottingham wind turbines near River Trent
PLANS for two 126 metre high wind turbines near Clifton look set to be turned down today.
The turbines, off Lenton Lane, are two of three proposed by the University of Nottingham.
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Artist's impression of how the turbines at Grove Farm could look
The other, next to the River Trent in Beeston, was refused permission in October last year.
Nearly 500 people responded to a consultation on the plans, with 207 in support and 269 against, with the main concerns being noise, the view, and the impact on wildlife.
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The city council’s development management team has recommended the plans be turned down for four reasons:
The plans will be discussed at the planning committee today at 2.30pm.
3 Comments
by the-crossed
Wednesday, February 20 2013, 5:03PM
“GOOD!”
by sluggerred
Wednesday, February 20 2013, 4:28PM
“Just like the Broxtowe decision it was turned down unaminously by 12 votes to zero. What happens now, the arrogance of the University means they will now appeal with no respect at all for the residents who live there.”
by smshogun
Wednesday, February 20 2013, 11:51AM
“Its certainly interesting to see those in favour of wind turbines campaigning for them, even though the current information is that they don't work efficiently, and all the highlighted issues are all genuine concerns.”