LDP Evidence Report Minerals
Consultation has concluded
This survey has now closed,
The finalised Topic paper and the results of the consultation can be seen under the Topic Paper banner.
This survey has was prepared to assist with the formulation of the Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan Evidence Report.
This questionnaire focuses on questions associated with the Minerals Topic Paper.
The Minerals Topic Paper highlights critical data and insights regarding mineral extraction and its implications for regional planning. This paper examines datasets, such as the Aggregate Minerals Survey 2019, to evaluate current reserves and consumption rates, revealing sufficient construction aggregate supply for the next decade.
However, a potential shortfall in sand and gravel reserves indicates the need to identify new extraction sites to ensure long-term sustainability. The document emphasises sustainable extraction practices, aiming to balance economic needs with environmental preservation, and underscores the importance of public and stakeholder engagement in shaping mineral policies. Notably, the paper discusses the impact of mineral extraction on biodiversity, local communities, and the need for buffer zones to mitigate negative effects.
It also identifies positive connections with housing, transport, and business development, while highlighting the significance of safeguarding mineral resources from incompatible land uses. This report underscores the imperative of protecting valuable mineral sites and encourages the use of recycled materials to promote sustainable development.
It is likely that this paper will be of particular interest to construction industry professionals, developers, and landowners who may wish to consider development.
If there are matters that you do not agree with relating to the information that we have looked at, then these are termed as "disputes". While most disputes made will be resolvable by modification of the topic paper, some will persist. If you make a dispute to this paper, and we cannot agree a solution then the dispute will be referred to a Reporter in the Scottish Government Directorate of Planning and Environmental Appeals in the Spring of 2025. Otherwise comments that you may make to this paper will be analysed and where possible resolution sought before consideration by Aberdeenshire Council, probably in January 2025.
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