Meaningful and effective Pre-Application Consultation will be undertaken, engaging extensively with the local community and other key stakeholders before the submission.

The PAC process will involve listening carefully to residents, businesses, community councils, and other organisations to gather feedback on the proposed development. Where possible, suggestions and concerns will be considered and incorporated into the plans.

The key objectives of the PAC process are to:
– Explain the proposal, including the number and scale of turbines, battery storage, and solar elements.
– Consider feedback from stakeholders in refining the design and layout of the Energy Park.
– Outline the potential economic and community benefits of the development.
– Address concerns raised by the community and provide clear responses.

A first series of drop-in public consultation events will take place on:
Wednesday 19th March in Strachan
Thursday, 20th March in Auchenblae

Alongside a project-specific website, These events will be promoted via multiple channels:
– Adverts in the Deeside Piper and Press and Journal (published Friday 7th March).
– A newsletter distributed to local households (delivered Friday, 7th March).
– A stakeholder newsletter, including community councils, councillors, and organisations.
– Social media promotion, with graphics available for broader sharing.

At these events, consultation boards will display the proposals, and the project team will be on hand to answer questions and gather feedback.

A second round of public consultation events is planned for September, providing updated proposals based on initial feedback. A Pre-Application Consultation Report will accompany the final application, detailing the engagement process, summarising written responses, and explaining how feedback has shaped the project.

For further information, please visit the website https://glenskinnanenergy.co.uk or attend one of our consultation events.