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ID sylw: 107052

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) PLC

Asiant : Lucy White Planning Limited

NGED is the licensed network operator for the Local plan area and is responsible for the distribution apparatus. LPAs have a duty to safeguard the National Grid infrastructure when preparing plans and this will usually involve retaining existing infrastructure in situ.

To ensure sufficient capacity as the country transitions to Net Zero, please ensure that you feed into our Distribution Futures Energy Scenario process at the earliest opportunity to confirm the National Grid's capacity to accommodate planned growth. If capacity is limited LPAs should explore alternative locations or allocated in land in consultation with NGED to accommodate a new sub-station.

Lower voltage lines supported by wooden poles can normally be undergrounded/diverted without significant concern if necessary to enable development of a proposed allocation. However, early engagement is required if allocations affect lines supported by steel lattice towers, particularly 132kv. This will establish whether the lines can be accommodated within the site or the viability of diverting/undergrounding. Where relevant this will also involve ensuring agreement of landowners to provision of infrastructure on their land and agreement between LPA and NGED on wording for the allocation policy. The LPA should take into account additional costs, the visual impact of any new infrastructure, and potential impact on timescales for delivery.

Where high voltage electricity lines are undergrounded National Grid cannot support any development which could affect operation or obstruct the line, including buildings, tree planting, public highway or attenuation features. A 10m wide corridor of open ground is required above undergrounded cables. Retention of overhead lines in situ is generally more efficient and effective. Uses such as green infrastructure, public highway, drainage features and some biodiversity net gain measures can be delivered beneath the lines.

If the LPA and/or the developer has not agreed proposals prior to adoption, NGED is not accountable for subsequent reduction in an allocated site's capacity.

In summary, NGED requires LPAs to make early enquiries to ensure the National Grid has sufficient capacity to accommodate planned growth. If capacity is limited, the LPA should engage with NGED to ascertain whether a new sub-station can be introduced to increase capacity and if so, where this should be located. Land should be safeguarded for the sub-station through the Local Plan. Timescales for delivery of a new sub-station and the implications for occupation of new homes should be taken into account in preparing the LPA’s housing trajectory.

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ID sylw: 107053

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) PLC

Asiant : Lucy White Planning Limited

This potential location is affected by a 132kV overhead electricity line, strategically important utility infrastructure serving Warwick and Royal Leamington Spa and the wider area. NGED does not object to development, providing this infrastructure is safeguarded. Early consideration of the line through the masterplanning process is critical to ensure the line can be appropriately incorporated into planned development.

Proposals for major development will rely on adequate capacity within the national grid to meet the increased demand for electricity. Please ensure early engagement with NGED to establish existing capacity and any enhancements, including sub-stations, required to accommodate the planned growth.

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ID sylw: 107054

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) PLC

Asiant : Lucy White Planning Limited

This potential location is affected by a 132kV overhead electricity line, strategically important utility infrastructure serving Warwick and Royal Leamington Spa and the wider area. NGED does not object to development, providing this infrastructure is safeguarded. Early consideration of the line through the masterplanning process is critical to ensure the line can be appropriately incorporated into planned development.

Proposals for major development will rely on adequate capacity within the national grid to meet the increased demand for electricity. Please ensure early engagement with NGED to establish existing capacity and any enhancements, including sub-stations, required to accommodate the planned growth.

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ID sylw: 107055

Derbyniwyd: 03/03/2025

Ymatebydd: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) PLC

Asiant : Lucy White Planning Limited

This potential location is affected by a 132kV overhead electricity line, strategically important utility infrastructure serving Warwick and Royal Leamington Spa and the wider area. NGED does not object to development, providing this infrastructure is safeguarded. Early consideration of the line through the masterplanning process is critical to ensure the line can be appropriately incorporated into planned development.

Proposals for major development will rely on adequate capacity within the national grid to meet the increased demand for electricity. Please ensure early engagement with NGED to establish existing capacity and any enhancements, including sub-stations, required to accommodate the planned growth.