Minerals development in landscape and natural heritage areas

The city's natural setting is of vital importance to its attractiveness and to the health and wellbeing of its people. In particular, the quality of the landscape and natural heritage assets surrounding the built-up area must be protected from harmful development. Therefore, in accordance with the SPPS, there is a general presumption against significant minerals development in areas designated of importance for landscape and natural heritage. Nevertheless, there may be scope to consider smaller-scale minerals development, provided these do not unduly compromise the integrity and quality of the designated area or interest and subject to consideration of other normal planning and environmental matters.