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Planning (Location of Hazardous Sites) Bill

A Bill to require the introduction of binding guidance regarding minimum distances between developments classified as Control of Major Accident Hazard sities and other specified types of building; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

6 June 2008

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This bill would require binding guidance on how far new developments should be from sites that handle major accident hazards. It targets developments classified as Control of Major Accident Hazards and other specified buildings, setting minimum distance rules to improve safety. The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons.

Key Points

  • Introduces binding guidance on minimum distance requirements between Control of Major Accident Hazards sites and other developments.
  • The guidance would be mandatory rather than optional planning advice.
  • Covers MAH-designated developments and other specified building types, with provisions for connected purposes to enable enforcement.

Who is affected?

Residents and local communities living near MAH sitesPeople who live or work near hazardous sitesLocal planning authoritiesProperty developers and buildersBusinesses located near hazardous sites

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

15 Jan 2008

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