Location
Land west of Dogger Bank C Converter Station
Wilton International
Proposal
Installation and operation of Synchronous Condenser Facilities with associated ancillary infrastructure, buildings, access, landscaping and associated works
Application Type
Major Application
Status
Approved
Parish(es)
Applicant
Conrad Energy Limited C/o agent
Applicant's Address
Suites D&E Windrush Court
Blacklands Way
Abingdon
OX14 1SY
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
28/05/2026
Weekly List Expiry Date
-
Date Received
27/05/2026
Date Valid
27/05/2026
Expiry
07/10/2026
Consultation Expiry
26/06/2026
associated_bldreg
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Decision
GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION
Decision Date
07/10/2026
Decision Level
Sch 2
| # | 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 (Dwg No. Cel 30056 Loc 001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 Proposed Site Plan (Dwg No. Cel 30056 Sp 001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 Propose Plan (Dwg No. Cel 30056 Pp 001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 Proposed Sectional Elevations (Dwg No. Cel 30056 Se 001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 Proposed Plans and Elevations Fuel Tank (Dwg No. Cel Std Ft 001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 Proposed Plans and Elevations Generator (Dwg No. Cel Std Gen 010) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 Proposed Plans and Elevations GRP Substation (Dwg No. Cel Std Sub Wpd 001) received by the Local Planning Authority on 27/05/26 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 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 | Unless otherwise agreed by the Local Planning Authority in writing, development other than that required to be carried out as part of an approved scheme of remediation must not commence until parts (b) and (c) have been complied with. If unexpected contamination is found after development has begun, development must be halted on that part of the site affected by the unexpected contamination to the extent specified by the Local Planning Authority in writing until condition (d) has been complied with in relation to that contamination. (b) Submission of Remediation Scheme A detailed remediation scheme to bring the site to a condition suitable for the intended use by removing unacceptable risks to human health, buildings and other property and the natural and historical environment must be prepared, and is subject to the approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority. The scheme must include all works to be undertaken, proposed remediation objectives and remediation criteria, timetable of works and site management procedures. The scheme must ensure that the site will not qualify as contaminated land under Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 in relation to the intended use of the land after remediation. (c) Implementation of Approved Remediation Scheme The approved remediation scheme must be carried out in accordance with its terms prior to the commencement of development other than that required to carry out remediation, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The Local Planning Authority must be given two weeks written notification of commencement of the remediation scheme works. Following completion of measures identified in the approved remediation scheme, a verification report that demonstrates the effectiveness of the remediation carried out must be produced, and is subject to the approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority. (d) Reporting of Unexpected Contamination 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 in accordance with the requirements of part (b), 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. 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. REASON FOR PRE-COMMENCEMENT: The information is required prior to any works commencing on site it relates to land contamination details which are often the first works on site and relate to site preparation. |
| 5 | Prior to the 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 including decorative displays; 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; xi) Routing of construction traffic, including signage where appropriate xii) Any temporary access arrangements 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. |
| 6 | 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. |
| 7 | 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. |
| 8 | 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. |
| 9 | 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 (v) Measures for pollution prevention 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. |
| 10 | 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. |
| 11 | 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. |
| 12 | Informative Note: The high pressure gas pipeline(s) in the vicinity of the proposed development is / are registered as a “Major Accident Hazard Pipeline (s)” and as such are subject to the HSE's Land Use Planning advice methodology, along with the Pipelines Safety Regulations 1996. The pipeline(s) is / are subject to industry standards which regulate activity and proximities of buildings in order to safeguard the attendant population and to also limit population growth within certain defined distances. Any intrusion within these safety zones should not be taken lightly, and any intention to proceed must be accompanied by a Risk Assessment or provision of supporting evidence which should be available in the event of any legal proceedings at a later date. |
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| Consultee Name | Date Letter Sent | Consultation Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|
| Aboricultural Officer | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Business Growth Team | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Cleveland Police ALO - Steve Cranston | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Councillor D Powlay (DORMANSTOWN) | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Engineering Team (Highways) | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 27/08/2026 | - |
| Engineers (Local Lead Flood Authority) | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Environment Agency | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Environmental Protection Team | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Greener Future - Climate Change | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Health & Safety-Food (Food Team) | 28/05/2026 | - |
| National Grid | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Natural England | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Northern Gas Network | 18/06/2026 | - |
| Northern Powergrid | 17/06/2026 | - |
| Northumbrian Water Ltd | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Place Investment Team | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Strategic Planning Team (Policy) | 28/05/2026 | - |
| Address | Date Sent | Date Reconsulted | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sembcorp UK Headquarters Wilton International Middlesbrough TS90 8WS | 28/05/2026 | - | 18/06/2026 |
| Site or Press | Description | Display Date | Expiry Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | ARTICLE 15 | 05/06/2026 | 26/06/2026 |
| P | ARTICLE 15 | 05/06/2026 | 26/06/2026 |