The government has launched a significant consultation which, if implemented, could meaningfully reshape the planning landscape for small‑scale commercial onshore wind development in England. The proposal centres on a new permitted development right (PDR) for small, non‑domestic wind turbines, designed to reduce planning barriers that have historically limited uptake. For rural businesses, landed estates and […]
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Cutting red tape for renewable energy: What the Government’s wind turbine consultation could mean for rural landowners and charities

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