Queniborough residents have their say on windfarm
Concerned residents have had their initial say on proposals to build 125 metre-high wind turbines near their village.
Many people attended two public information days last week to find out more about the proposed Queniborough windfarm, asking a range of questions and filling out questionnaires.
ScottishPower Renewables wants to build up to five turbines on land between South Croxton Road and Ridgemere Lane. If built, the power firms expects them to provide power for about 4,650 homes.
Residents were invited to public drop-in sessions last week, in Syston and Queniborough, to give their views.
Speaking at the session held at Queniborough Primary School last Thursday (November 13) Main Street resident Richard Lane said: “I think what we’re surprised by is the proposed location. It’s so near to the village and it’s not on high ground.
“I agree with the principal of wind power but I think everyone here would agree it’s entirely the wrong location.”
Brian Burgin, of Barkby Road, said: “I’m concerned about the access roads that may have to be widened for this development. Ridgemere Lane would become a rat run for busy traffic if they widened it.
“We should all be worried about the noise. Depending on the wind direction we need to know more about the decibel levels. Another concern is if they like this site is this the start of things to come?”
Queniborough Parish Council is due to discuss the proposalon Wednesday.
Depending on the outcome of various planning stages, it’s understood a planning application could be submitted in the summer.
A ScottishPower Renewables spokesman said: “We were delighted with the turnout. We take our role as developers very seriously and hold these events to gain people’s opinions on our developments.”
Anyone who would like more details can e-mail the project team at queniborough@scottishpower.com
By Christian March
17 November 2008
Tags: Wind power, Wind energy
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