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Crieff Hydro 200 lodge plans revealed, Sep 30 2011
by Katy Gordon, Strathearn Herald
CRIEFF Hydro is planning to build a 200 lodge settlement between Crieff and Gilmerton.
The Strathearn Herald learned of the proposals this week, after a reader contacted the paper to voice their concerns about the plans which would see a development bordering Crieff golf course down towards the small village.
The Gilmerton resident said: “It is unbelievable that they would even consider building something like this.
“I only found out what they were planning when they started cutting down trees at the point where they want to create access to the site. I contacted Perth and Kinross Council who explained that while there was no formal planning application, the council had received notification of what the Hydro was hoping to do.”
Properties in the village have had leaflets informing them of the plans through their doors by concerned locals keen to make sure as many people as possible are aware of the proposals.The resident continued: “It is a very popular route for walkers and people with dogs, and it is used by everyone going between Crieff and Gilmerton.”
As well as the 200 lodges, the Hydro is also seeking permission to build an assisted living facility, leisure centre and associated cafe and shop.
A spokesperson for Crieff Hydro confirmed: “In August Crieff Hydro submitted a proposal of application notice to Perth and Kinross Council for a major development at a site located north of the A85 and west of the village of Gilmerton.
“This outlined a possible development of 200 lodges, a 100-bed care home/assisted living, leisure (including swimming pool and gymnasium) and ancillary retail, café and farm shop. The proposal was submitted simultaneously to Crieff Community Council and East Strathearn Community Council.
“Initial proposals remain under development. Prior to any actual planning application, the process dictates that we undertake a public consultation on any plans by mid-November.
“The purpose of public consultations is to encourage communications and open relationships between developers and communities - making the planning process more open and inclusive -something that Crieff Hydro are fully committed to.
“When the details and date of any consultation are finalised this will be publicised to ensure that as many people as possible can be involved.
“In the interim any member of the public can register to ensure they are personally included in any future communications by sending an email to consult@crieffhydro.com.”
What do you think about the Hydro’s proposals? Let us know by emailing kgordon@s-un.co.uk or at the Strathearn Herald Facebook page.
by Katy Gordon, Strathearn Herald
CRIEFF Hydro is planning to build a 200 lodge settlement between Crieff and Gilmerton.
The Strathearn Herald learned of the proposals this week, after a reader contacted the paper to voice their concerns about the plans which would see a development bordering Crieff golf course down towards the small village.
The Gilmerton resident said: “It is unbelievable that they would even consider building something like this.
“I only found out what they were planning when they started cutting down trees at the point where they want to create access to the site. I contacted Perth and Kinross Council who explained that while there was no formal planning application, the council had received notification of what the Hydro was hoping to do.”
Properties in the village have had leaflets informing them of the plans through their doors by concerned locals keen to make sure as many people as possible are aware of the proposals.The resident continued: “It is a very popular route for walkers and people with dogs, and it is used by everyone going between Crieff and Gilmerton.”
As well as the 200 lodges, the Hydro is also seeking permission to build an assisted living facility, leisure centre and associated cafe and shop.
A spokesperson for Crieff Hydro confirmed: “In August Crieff Hydro submitted a proposal of application notice to Perth and Kinross Council for a major development at a site located north of the A85 and west of the village of Gilmerton.
“This outlined a possible development of 200 lodges, a 100-bed care home/assisted living, leisure (including swimming pool and gymnasium) and ancillary retail, café and farm shop. The proposal was submitted simultaneously to Crieff Community Council and East Strathearn Community Council.
“Initial proposals remain under development. Prior to any actual planning application, the process dictates that we undertake a public consultation on any plans by mid-November.
“The purpose of public consultations is to encourage communications and open relationships between developers and communities - making the planning process more open and inclusive -something that Crieff Hydro are fully committed to.
“When the details and date of any consultation are finalised this will be publicised to ensure that as many people as possible can be involved.
“In the interim any member of the public can register to ensure they are personally included in any future communications by sending an email to consult@crieffhydro.com.”
What do you think about the Hydro’s proposals? Let us know by emailing kgordon@s-un.co.uk or at the Strathearn Herald Facebook page.