Chilbolton Neighbourhood Plan
Screening Opinion
Following the submission of a request for a screening opinion for the draft Chilbolton Neighbourhood Plan on 30 April 2019 Test Valley Borough Council (as responsible authority) has to determine whether or not a full Strategic Environmental Assessment and/or a Habitats Regulations Assessment are required.
In accordance with the Regulations, Natural England, Historic England and the Environment Agency were consulted on the findings of the screening report. The consultation started on the 2 May for a five-week period with a deadline of 6 June 2019.
Having regard to the submission and the consultation responses it is the Council’s opinion that the Plan would not be likely to have significant environmental effects. On this basis, a Strategic Environmental Assessment would not be required for the proposed Chilbolton Neighbourhood Plan. With regards to the Habitats Regulations and whether an Appropriate Assessment is required, the Council concludes that the proposed Neighbourhood Plan is not likely to have a significant effect on European designations. This decision was made on the 23 October 2019.
A statement outlining the process and consultation responses is available under Documents.
For further general information on please phone 01264 368000 or email planningpolicy@testvalley.gov.uk
For further information on the proposed Neighbourhood Plan please contact Chilbolton Parish Council