I am objecting to the proposed Wind Farm FB12 at Upper Wilting Farm.

I do not believe this is a sound proposal as this is a very environmentally sensitive area and of profound archaeological importance. A wind farm would be harmful for biodiversity especially as it is a place where a number of rare birds reside and an important migratory passage, including for rare and endangered species of birds, and would constitute a threat to many bats in the area. (this would mean that the turbines couldn't work at certain times). The site chosen is directly adjacent to an important protected SSI. It is also the case that windfarms benefit from being sited at the brow of a hill yet this development is planned for a valley.

I also believe that this development is not compliant with the law.This study was undertaken with no regard to the legislation that requires a pre-application duty to consult for wind turbines. On the 17th December 2013, Section 122 Localism Act 2011 commenced. This introduces a duty to consult with the local community before making a planning application for wind turbine developments that involve the installation of more than two turbines. These new provisions are incorporated into section 61 Town and Country Planning Act 1990. There is a requirement to bring the proposed application to the attention of the majority of persons who live at, or otherwise occupy, premises in the vicinity of the land to be developed. It is also required to give such information about the proposed timetable for the consultation as is sufficient to ensure that anyone wishing to comment, may do so in good time.

This has not been done, people living in close proximity have not been informed. I and others take this matter very seriously and I would be appreciative of your comments before I take this matter further with all relevant authorities, political representatives and other interested parties.