Location
Land north of A171
Guisborough
TS14 6QX
Proposal
Proposed Battery Energy Storage Scheme (BESS) with associated works with associated works and landscaping
Application Type
Major Application
Status
Approved
Parish(es)
Guisborough CP
Applicant
Harmony GBW Ltd
Applicant's Address
10 St James Business Park
Grimbald Cragg Court
Knaresborough
HG5 8QB
Agent
Origin Planning Services Ltd
Agent's Address
Charly Wilson
Unit 408, Hub Two
Hartlepool Innovation Centre
Queens Meadow Business Park
Hartlepool
TS25 5TG
Agent's work phone
Agent's email
Case Officer
Mr D Pedlow
Case Officer Telephone
01287 612546
Case Officer Email
David.Pedlow@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk
Consultation Start
21/07/2025
Weekly List Expiry Date
-
Date Received
08/07/2025
Date Valid
16/07/2025
Expiry
20/04/2026
Consultation Expiry
30/08/2025
associated_bldreg
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Decision
GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION
Decision Date
20/04/2026
Decision Level
-
| # | Condition Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | The development shall not be begun later than the expiration of THREE YEARS from the date of this permission. REASON: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. |
| 2 | The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: Location Plan (Pa 65 Lp Ir12) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 Proposed Site Plan (Pa 65 Psp Ir14) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 Auxiliary Transformer (Eq 65 Aux Rev A) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 Storage Container (Eq 65 C Rev A) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 CCTV Plan (Eq 65 Rev A) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 Fence Plan (Eq 65 Fp Rev A)received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 Transformer Plan (Eq 65 Knan Rev A) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 Proposed 66 33kv substation General Arrangement Plan (Pse2 Civ 1499 200 Rev A) received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 REASON: To accord with the terms of the planning application. |
| 3 | Prior to the development hereby approved becoming operational, boundary walls and/or fences shall have been erected in accordance with a scheme that has first been submitted to and agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. The boundary walls and/or fences shall thereafter be maintained unless the express consent of the Local Planning Authority is given. REASON: To ensure that any boundary treatments would accord with policy SD4 of the Redcar and Cleveland Local Plan by respecting the character of the site and the surroundings and raising no significant adverse impact on neighbouring occupiers. |
| 4 | Prior to (occupation of the first completed dwelling on the site / occupation of the building hereby approved) a landscaping scheme shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include size, type and species and a programme of work. The development shall be completed in accordance with the approved details. REASON: To ensure that the development would respect the site and the surroundings in accordance with policy SD4 of the Local Plan. |
| 5 | All planting, seeding or turfing comprised in the approved details of landscaping shall be carried out in in accordance with an agreed planting schedule, any trees or plants which within a period of ten years from the completion of the development die, are removed, or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size and species unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation. REASON: To ensure the satisfactory implementation of the approved scheme in the interests of the visual amenities of the locality. |
| 6 | Prior to the commencement of the development, or in such extended time as may be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority, details shall be submitted and approved of the surface water drainage scheme and the development shall be completed in accordance with the approved scheme. The design of the drainage scheme shall include; (i) Restriction of surface water greenfield run-off rates (QBAR value) with sufficient storage within the system to accommodate a 1 in 30 year storm. (ii)The method used for calculation of the existing greenfield run-off rate shall be the ICP SUDS method. The design shall also ensure that storm water resulting from a 1 in 100 year event, plus climate change surcharging the system, can be stored on site with minimal risk to persons or property and without overflowing into drains, local highways or watercourses. (iii) Full Micro Drainage design files (mdx files) including a catchment plan (iv) The flow path of flood waters for the site as a result on a 1 in 100 year event plus climate change REASON: To ensure the development is supported by a suitably designed surface water disposal infrastructure scheme and to minimise the risk flooding in the locality. REASON FOR PRE-COMMENCEMENT: The information is required prior to any works commencing on site it relates to drainage details which are often the first works on site and relate to site preparation. |
| 7 | Prior to the commencement of the development, or in such extended time that may be agreed with the Local Planning Authority, details of a Surface Water Drainage Management Plan shall be submitted and approved by the Local Planning Authority. The Management Plan shall include; (i) The timetable and phasing for construction of the drainage system (ii) Details of any control structure(s) (iii) Details of surface water storage structures (iv) Measures to control silt levels entering the system and out falling into any watercourse during the construction process The development shall, in all respects, be carried out in accordance with the approved Management Plan. REASON: To ensure the development is supported by an appropriately designed surface water disposal infrastructure scheme and to minimise the risk of increased flooding and contamination of the system during the construction process. REASON FOR PRE-COMMENCEMENT: The information is required prior to any works commencing on site it relates to drainage details which are often the first works on site and relate to site preparation. |
| 8 | The development shall not be occupied until a Management & Maintenance Plan for the surface water drainage scheme has been submitted to and approved by the Local planning Authority; the plan shall include details of the following; (i) A plan clearly identifying the sections of surface water system that are to be adopted (ii) Arrangements for the short and long term maintenance of the SuDS elements of the surface water system REASON: To ensure that the surface water drainage infrastructure is maintained to minimise the risk flooding in the locality. |
| 9 | No development shall take place until an archaeological Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) for an archaeological watching brief has been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority to be maintained during construction in those parts of the site where geophysical surveys have indicated the presence of features of potential archaeological interest and where excavation or disturbance will occur at a depth of 300mm or more below existing ground level. The development shall not proceed other than in accordance with the Written Scheme of Investigation so approved. Reason: The site may contain heritage assets of local importance that will be destroyed or damaged by the development. |
| 10 | The development hereby approved shall not be commenced until sightlines of 215m from the proposed access have been provided, or such sightlines as specified in CD109. Such sightlines shall be retained thereafter in perpetuity, free of all obstructions over 1000mm in height above the level of the adjacent highway. Reason: To ensure an adequate level of visibility is provided in accordance with the relevant criteria so that the use of said highway/junction does not prejudice the free flow of traffic or safety of highway users having regard for Local Plan Policy and sections 9 and 12 of the NPPF. |
| 11 | The development hereby approved shall not be commenced until a detailed method of works statement has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Such statement shall include at least the following details; 1. Arrangements for site compound and contractor parking; 2. Measures to prevent the egress of mud and other detritus onto the public highway; 3. Traffic management plan showing the left in and left out; 4. A jointly undertaken dilapidation survey of the adjacent highway; and, 5. Program of works. The development must be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure that the development can be carried out in a manner that will not be to the detriment of amenity of local residents, free flow of traffic or safety of highway users having regard for Local Plan policy. |
| 12 | A road safety audit of the access as specified in submitted drawing ‘PA_65_PSP_IR14 - Proposed Site Plan’, or such plans which are subsequently submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, is required in accordance with guidance set out in the DMRB GG119 and guidance issued by the council. The audit must be submitted to and confirmed in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to works commencing on site. Any remedial works, or mitigation measures, required within the audit shall be implemented within 6 months following the remedial works, or mitigation measures, being identified and agreed unless an alternative timescale is first agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To minimise the road safety risks associated with the changes imposed by the development having regard for Local Plan Policy and sections 9 and 12 of the NPPF. |
| 13 | No part of the development hereby approved shall be commenced until facilities clear of the public highway have been provided for the manoeuvring of vehicles in accordance with the approved drawing ‘PA_65_PSP_IR14 - Proposed Site Plan’, or such drawings which are subsequently submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The drawings shall show means of access, dimensions, surface treatment and drainage. The areas so provided shall at no time be used for any other purpose and retained thereafter for such purposes. Reason: To ensure a satisfactory form of development and in the interests of highway safety having regard for Local Plan Policy and sections 9 and 12 of the NPPF. |
| 14 | The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the noise impact assessment (Technical Report No. R-10181A-ST1-RRM 31st March 2025) received by the Local Planning Authority on 16/07/2025. REASON: To ensure the creation/retention of an environment free from intrusive levels of noise and activity in the interests of the amenity of the area. |
| 15 | No development shall take place until a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) for the development has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved CEMP shall be adhered to throughout the construction period. The CEMP shall set out and include the following details: i The method to be used to control the emission of dust, noise and vibration from construction works, including any details of any mitigation measures required; ii Measures to control the deposit of mud and debris on adjoining public highways iii Site fencing and security iv Temporary contractors’ buildings, plant, storage of materials, lighting and parking for site operatives v The use of temporary generators vi The arrangement or turning of vehicles within the site so that they may enter and leave in forward gear vii A risk assessment of construction activities with potentially damaging effects on local ecological receptors including any measures to protect those receptors during construction viii Roles and responsibilities for the implementation of the CEMP requirements and measures. REASON: In the interest of neighbour amenity, highways safety and protection of sites of ecological value in accordance with policies SD4 and N4 of the Redcar and Cleveland Local Plan. REASON FOR PRE-COMMENCEMENT: The information is required prior to any works commencing on site as it relates to construction details which are often the first works on site and relate to site preparation. |
| 16 | Prior to the first operation of the Battery Energy Storage System hereby approved, a Battery Safety Management Plan (BSMP) shall be submitted to, and agreed in writing by, the Local Planning Authority. The BSMP shall detail the type and specification of the batteries to be used and prescribe the measures to be implemented to facilitate safety during the construction, operation and decommissioning of the Battery Energy Storage System, and to be deployed in response to any incident with potential to cause pollution. An Emergency Response Plan must also be included. The BSMP should also set out a methodology detailing how there will be continued engagement with Cleveland Fire Brigade. The BSMP shall be implemented as approved and all measures shall be retained for the duration of the development. Reason: In the interests of safety and pollution prevention. |
| 17 | In the event the battery energy storage system and ancillary development is no longer required for power storage and distribution or becomes redundant, whichever occurs first, the development shall be permanently removed from the site and the land restored to its previous use in accordance with a scheme of works containing the details that shall have previously been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. Reason: In the interests of ensuring the effective use of the site. |
| 18 | Development may not be begun unless: a biodiversity gain plan has been submitted to the planning authority; and the planning authority has approved the plan. The biodiversity gain plan must include : - information about the steps taken or to be taken to minimise the adverse effect of the development on the biodiversity of the onsite habitat and any other habitat; - the pre-development biodiversity value of the onsite habitat; - the post-development biodiversity value of the onsite habitat; - any registered offsite biodiversity gain allocated to the development and the biodiversity and the biodiversity value of that gain in relation to the development; - any biodiversity credits purchased for the development; and - any such other matters as the Secretary of State may by regulations specify. Reason: To enhance biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework. Reason for pre commencement condition: To ensure the statutorily required Biodiversity Net Gain is achieved and in accordance with paragraph 13 of Schedule 7A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 Article 35 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015. |
| 19 | The development shall not commence until a [Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan (the HMMP)], prepared in accordance with the approved Biodiversity Gain Plan has been submitted to, and approved in writing by, the local planning authority and including: (a) a non-technical summary; (b) the roles and responsibilities of the people or organisation(s) delivering the [HMMP]; (c) the planned habitat creation and enhancement works to create or improve habitat to achieve the biodiversity net gain in accordance with the approved Biodiversity Gain Plan; (d) the management measures to maintain habitat in accordance with the approved Biodiversity Gain Plan for a period of 30 years from the completion of development; and (e) the monitoring methodology and frequency in respect of the created or enhanced habitat to be submitted to the local planning authority. REASON: To ensure the delivery of biodiversity net gain on site. |
| 20 | The development shall be implemented in accordance with the ecological mitigation and enhancement measures set out in; Section 6.0 of the Ecological Impact Assessment received by the Local Planning Authority on 08/07/25 REASON: To ensure that adequate ecological mitigation measures are installed on site. |
| 21 | Statement of Co-operative Working: The Local Planning Authority considers that the application as originally submitted did not meet with the local policies and guidance. Following discussions with the applicant / agent a satisfactory scheme has been negotiated. |
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| Consultee Name | Date Letter Sent | Consultation Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aboricultural Officer | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Business Growth Team | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Cleveland Fire Brigade | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Cleveland Police ALO - Steve Cranston | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Councillor B Clarke (GUISBOROUGH) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Councillor B Suthers (GUISBOROUGH) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Councillor L Robson (GUISBOROUGH) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Engineering Team (Highways) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 09/12/2025 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 19/01/2026 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 24/03/2026 | - |
| Environmental Protection Team | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Environmental Protection Team | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Greener Future - Climate Change | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Guisborough Town Council | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Health & Safety-Food (Food Team) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Income and Funding Officer | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Natural England | 21/07/2025 | - |
| NEAR Ltd (Archaeological Services) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| NHS Clinical Commissioning Group | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Northumbrian Water Ltd | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Place Investment Team | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Strategic Planning Team (Policy) | 21/07/2025 | - |
| Address | Date Sent | Date Reconsulted | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 10 BORROWBY COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TS | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 10 BROCKRIGG COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TL | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 10 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 11 BORROWBY COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TS | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 11 BROCKRIGG COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TL | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 11 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 12 BORROWBY COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TS | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 12 BROCKRIGG COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TL | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 12 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 14 BORROWBY COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TS | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 14 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 15 BORROWBY COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TS | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 15 BROCKRIGG COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TL | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 4 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 5 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 6 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 6 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 7 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 7 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 8 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 8 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 9 AYTON COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TP | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 9 BROCKRIGG COURT GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TL | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| 9 STAKESBY CLOSE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6TJ | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| CARETAKERS RESIDENCE CHALONER PRIMARY SCHOOL WILTON LANE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6JA | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| CHALONER PRIMARY SCHOOL WILTON LANE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6JA | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| GUISBOROUGH TOWN FC KING GEORGE V PLAYING FIELDS HOWLBECK ROAD GUISBOROUGH TS14 6LE | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| HOWLBECK MILL FARM WILTON LANE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6QX | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| HOWLBECK MILL FARM COTTAGE WILTON LANE GUISBOROUGH TS14 6QX | 21/07/2025 | - | 11/08/2025 |
| Site or Press | Description | Display Date | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | ARTICLE 15 | 05/08/2025 | 27/08/2025 |
| P | ARTICLE 15 | 08/08/2025 | 30/08/2025 |