Decision details

Consideration was given to a report advising of the work undertaken in reviewing and updating the current Council policy in relation to community benefit from renewable energy developments and seeking approval of the principles contained within the draft Framework to allow further consultation to be undertaken.

Decision

The Committee:-

1.    noted the contents of the report and the review process which has been undertaken;

2.    approved the principles within the draft Framework contained at Appendix 1; and

3.    agreed that the draft Framework be subject to a period of consultation with key partners and communities including Argyll and Bute Renewables Alliance and the Community Planning Partnership with the final document being reported to appropriate Committees for approval in Spring/Summer 2015.

(Reference: Report by Executive Director – Development and Infrastructure Services, submitted)