Timetable
Overall timetable
Scoping (2026)
An EIA Scoping Report has been submitted to the Scottish Government's Energy Consents Unit (ECU), requesting a formal opinion on the scope of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) that will support a future Section 36 application.
Public Consultation (Autumn 2026 - Spring 2027)
Two rounds of public exhibitions are planned. The first, in Autumn 2026, will introduce the proposals and gather early feedback. The second, in Spring 2027, will share an updated design, progress on the EIA, and information on community benefits.
Submit Section 36 Application & Await Decision (2027 onwards)
Following completion of the EIA, an application for consent will be submitted to the Scottish Ministers under Section 36 of the Electricity Act 1989. Copies of the application will be available for public viewing. The Energy Consents Unit will review the application, taking into account the views of statutory consultees and the public, before a decision is made.
Construction (subject to consent)
If consented, construction is expected to take approximately 18 months. Construction planning conditions are used to carefully manage elements of construction.
Operation (up to 40 years)
The wind turbines, solar PV array and BESS would be managed by a maintenance team and operated in line with the conditions of consent. Any community benefit fund would run throughout the operational life of the project.
Decommissioning
At the end of the operational period, the turbines and associated infrastructure would be removed and the site restored, or an application may instead be made to repower the site. Decommissioning is expected to take up to one year. A parent company guarantee or financial bond would be in place to cover this cost.