Plans to protect Stonehenge from future developments
Plans to protect Stonehenge from future developments are under way.
The proposal is to introduce a planning document for Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site which will have to be taken into account when authorities are considering upgrades to roads or other visitor pressures at the "internationally significant" site, Wiltshire Council's report states.
Sarah Valdus, Wiltshire Council director of environment, said: "The Setting Study will provide clarity and guidance to developers, designers, applicants, consultees and decision makers, ensuring any planning decision or strategy regarding the World Heritage Site is as informed as possible."
A consultation is open until 17 June.
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Last year saw the cancellation of the Stonehenge tunnel project which would have been a two-mile tunnel to help ease traffic congestion. But the £2bn scheme was cancelled after a spending review in July.
If the Supplementary Planning Document is approved, it could be implemented in October 2025 and would ensure the site is not compromised.
Ms Valdus added: "We encourage people to provide their thoughts on this proposed document, that, if adopted, will help safeguard the World Heritage Site and ensure any planning decisions and developments are in its best interests."
There is also going to be a webinar held at 17:30 BST on 13 May for people to find out more information about the proposed Supplementary Planning Document
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