Planning Decision Deferred for Battery Storage Site Over Traffic Concerns
A planning application for a 70MW battery energy storage system in Upper Tean, Staffordshire, has been deferred. The council seeks additional details on the cable route to mitigate potential traffic disruption and impacts on local businesses.
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Staffordshire Moorlands District Council has deferred the application for a 70MW battery energy storage system at Tean Leys Farm due to concerns regarding traffic disruptions in Upper Tean. The proposed project includes 112 battery containers and a cable connection to an existing substation, with residents fearing that installation would severely affect local road usage.
Councillors highlighted a lack of assessments on emergency vehicle access and local business impacts. The committee's decision allows time for further evaluation of the proposed cable routes, which traverse major roads in the village, despite the highways department not objecting to the plan. The project's impact on traffic patterns and local commerce remains a critical concern.
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