Communities Secretary says the five megawatt solar power farm in Lincolnshire would represent ‘substantial harm to the character and appearance of the countryside, both alone and cumulatively’.
The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Sajid Javid has dismissed an appeal over a development for ground-mounted photovoltaic solar arrays near Spalding.
In addition to affecting the character and appearance of the countryside, other reasons include the impact on the local landscape, that it should be seen in conjunction with another nearby solar farm and the impact on the heritage significance of the nearby Grade II Listed farm and house (even though there would only be a minor impact).
The decision said the Secretary of State paid special regard to the ‘desirability of preserving those listed buildings potentially affected by the appeal scheme or their settings or any features of special architectural or historic interest which they may possess.’
