Liverpool Airport object to wind turbine plan
28.04.11
A giant wind turbine planned for a site next to the M62 would threaten the safety of planes using Liverpool Airport, it has said. A 250ft tall turbine is planned for land just north of the Ikea super store, in Warrington, but Liverpool Airport has objected to the planning application, saying the height and location of the turbine could create a blind spot on its radar.
Lancaster-based Wind Direct Limited, the company behind the plan, said it has suggested a compromise which involves marking the turbine on radar systems. Warrington Council are reported to want the turbine to be approved, as it would help meet a target for two large turbines to be installed in the borough by 2010 that was missed. However, as Liverpool Airport and Wind Direct have been unable to reach a compromise, a decision planned for last week has been delayed until next month.
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