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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

Last Updated

6 June 2008

In Plain English

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This Bill would require binding government guidance setting minimum safe distances between major hazard sites (COMAH sites) and other types of buildings for new developments. It aims to guide planning decisions to keep new buildings at safer distances from these sites and includes related provisions to implement and enforce these rules.

Key Points

Introduces binding guidance on minimum distances between COMAH sites and other types of buildings for planning decisions.
Applies to new developments, influencing where housing, schools, workplaces and other buildings can be built near hazardous sites.
Includes connected provisions to implement, monitor and enforce the distance requirements.

Who is affected?

Residents living near COMAH sitesLocal communities in affected areasLocal planning authorities and councilsProperty developers and buildersBusinesses and employers with premises near hazardous sites

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