Environmental assessment and mitigation for mineral workings

Visual intrusion and impact on natural heritage are often the most significant environmental impacts associated with mineral workings and these are key considerations in assessing any proposals. Applicants should ensure that adequate detailed reports are submitted with any development proposals to demonstrate the potential environmental impacts of the development. Where planning permission is granted, landscape quality, natural heritage, amenity and the wider environment will be protected by attaching relevant conditions, including for mitigation measures. The council will ensure the restoration of land (including phased restoration and aftercare) at the earliest opportunity.