Location
Land at Plot 1C
Wilton Industrial
Redcar
TS10 4RF
Proposal
Erection of an electrolytic hydrogen facility and associated access, parking, landscaping, water purification, gas purification and other associated works
Application Type
Major Application
Status
Approved
Parish(es)
Applicant
Morgen Energy UK Ltd
Applicant's Address
14 St. George Street
London
W1S 1FE
Agent
Lichfields
Agent's Address
Miss Anna Maw
St Nicholas Building
St Nicholas' St
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 1TH
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
30/10/2025
Weekly List Expiry Date
-
Date Received
24/10/2025
Date Valid
24/10/2025
Expiry
15/05/2026
Consultation Expiry
28/11/2025
associated_bldreg
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Decision
GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION
Decision Date
15/05/2026
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 received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 Plot Plan (Dwg No. 006-CI-LAY-00001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 Proposed North and South Elevations (Dwg No. 006-AR-LAY-00003) received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 Proposed West and East Elevations (Dwg No. 006-AR-LAY-00002) received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 Proposed Sections A and B (Dwg No. 006-AR-LAY-00001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 Proposed Section C (Dwg No. 006-AR-LAY-00004) received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 Proposed Roof Plan (Dwg No. 006-AR-LAY-00005) received by the Local Planning Authority on 24/10/25 REASON: To accord with the terms of the planning application. |
| 3 | Prior to the first occupation of the development, hereby approved, 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 any development above damp proof course details of the external materials to be used in the carrying out of this permission shall have first been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be completed in accordance with the approved details. REASON: To ensure that the appearance of the development would respect the site and the surroundings in accordance with policy SD4 of the Local Plan. |
| 5 | Prior to the commencement of development plans showing the existing and proposed ground levels over the site together with finished floor levels and maximum building heights shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be completed in accordance with the approved details. REASON: To ensure a satisfactory relationship between existing and proposed buildings in accordance with policy SD4 of the Local Plan. REASON FOR PRE-COMMENCEMENT: The information is required prior to any works commencing on site as construction activity and site preparation can change existing levels resulting in increased ground levels which the authority needs to consider. |
| 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 | Development shall not commence until a detailed scheme for the disposal of foul water from the development hereby approved has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter the development shall take place in accordance with the approved details. REASON: To prevent the increased risk of flooding from any sources in accordance with the NPPF. 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. |
| 10 | Prior to commencement of development, a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved CEMP shall be adhered to throughout the construction period. The Statement shall provide the following: i) The parking of vehicles for site operatives and visitors; ii) Loading and unloading of plant and materials; iii) Storage of plant and materials used in constructing the development; iv) Temporary contractors’ buildings, plant and lighting v) The erection and maintenance of security hoarding; vi) Wheel washing facilities; vii) Measures to control the emission of noise dust and vibration during the construction period. viii) A scheme for recycling/disposing of waste resulting from construction works. ix) Roles and responsibilities for the implementation of the CEMP requirements and measures x) Methods of any demolition; REASON: To protect the amenity of nearby residents and in the interests of highway safety REASON FOR PRE-COMMENCEMENT: The information is required prior to any works commencing on site as it relates to first works on site and relate to site preparation. |
| 11 | 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. |
| 12 | 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. |
| 13 | Prior to the development hereby approved becoming operational an updated noise impact assessment shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority to identify any noise/potential noise issues associated with the development. Should the assessment identify that noise will detrimentally impact on residents, then a noise management plan must be provided stating the noise mitigating practices/equipment which is proposed to be installed/implemented. The development shall be carried out in accordance with any mitigation and retained for the lifetime of the development. REASON: In the interest of neighbour amenity. |
| 14 | In the event that contamination is found at any time when carrying out the approved development that was not previously identified it must be reported in writing immediately to the Local Planning Authority. An investigation and risk assessment must be undertaken, and where remediation is necessary a remediation scheme must be prepared which is subject to the approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority. Following completion of measures identified in the approved remediation scheme a verification report must be prepared, which is subject to the approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority. Following completion of the development a report must be submitted confirming that unexpected contamination was not encountered during the development. Reason : To ensure that risks from land contamination to the future users of the land and neighbouring land are minimised, together with those to controlled waters, property and ecological systems, and to ensure that the development can be carried out safely without unacceptable risks to workers, neighbours and other offsite receptors. |
| 15 | There shall be no site vegetation clearance between March to the end of August unless the project ecologist has first undertaken a checking survey immediately prior to the clearance and confirms in writing to the Local Planning Authority that no active nests are present. REASON: To conserve protected species and their habitat in accordance with policy N4 of the Local Plan. |
| 16 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Business Growth Team | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Cleveland Police ALO - Steve Cranston | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Councillor C Cawley (DORMANSTOWN) | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Councillor D Powlay (DORMANSTOWN) | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Engineering Team (Highways) | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 19/01/2026 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 17/03/2026 | - |
| Environment Agency | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Environmental Protection Team | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Greener Future - Climate Change | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Health and Safety Executive | 30/10/2025 | - |
| National Highways | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Natural England | 12/12/2025 | - |
| Natural England | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Northumbrian Water Ltd | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Northumbrian Water Ltd | 19/01/2026 | - |
| Strategic Planning Team (Policy) | 30/10/2025 | - |
| Address | Date Sent | Date Reconsulted | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELM PROJECT WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| ENSUS GROUP LTD ENSUS BIOETHANOL PLANT WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| MIDDLEWAY EAST COMPOUND WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| MOTOR STORES WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| NORBERT DENTRESSANGLE TDG CONTAINER PARK WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| PLANT TO STORAGE FACILITY ENSUS BIOETHANOL PLANT WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| TREMBLE DEMOLITION MIDDLEWAY EAST COMPOUND WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| YARA UK LTD WILTON SITE LAZENBY | 30/10/2025 | - | 20/11/2025 |
| Site or Press | Description | Display Date | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| P | ARTICLE 15 | 31/10/2025 | 21/11/2025 |
| S | ARTICLE 15 | 07/11/2025 | 28/11/2025 |