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Ordinarily, if an adjoining landowner interferes with a right to light, the person affected will be able to make a right to light claim in which they can seek an order from the court to stop

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Are solar panels a problem in planning?

Demand for solar panels is leading to uncertainties in planning A High Court ruling in 2019, in the planning dispute between William Ellis McLennan and Medway Council, confirmed that the impact of a development on a neighbour’s solar panels was capable of being a material consideration in the determination of a planning application.

Should the amount of light falling on solar panels be a planning consideration?

This case marks the first time that the courts have determined that the amount of light falling on solar panels should be a consideration in planning. This raises important questions for the future development of taller buildings that overshadow solar panels.

Is overshadowing of solar panels a material consideration in planning?

Overshadowing of solar panels is a significant factor in planning. The recent High Court ruling in William Ellis McLennan vs Medway Council and Ken Kennedy [2019] EWHC 1738 (Admin) has set a new precedent for planning and climate change law.

Is interference with solar panels a material consideration?

The council planning officers determined that interference with solar panels was not a significant concern as it dealt with a private interest rather than a public interest that required protection through the planning process.

Do photovoltaic panels have a right to light?

Photovoltaic panels have a right to light, so planners will want to see that any on neighbouring properties have been taken into account Welcome to building.co.uk. This site uses cookies. Read our policy. OK Skip to main content Skip to navigation Insert Logo text Core Test Mast navigation The Building Boardroom Register Subscribe Sign In

Do solar plant projects have performance issues?

While parties to solar plant projects will try to deliver complete and functioning assets, performance issues and disputes will invariably arise from time to time. Some common examples we see include issues relating to: Internal corrosion due to water ingress.

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