Anticipated Timeline

Non-statutory Consultation

We are currently holding a nonstatutory consultation to gather views from the local community and stakeholders on our proposals to date.

Statutory Consultation

After considering feedback received during the non-statutory consultation and completing further technical assessments, we will present our updated proposals to the local community and stakeholders through a period of statutory consultation.

Application Submission

Following the statutory consultation and careful review of feedback, we will finalise our proposals and submit a Development Consent Order (DCO) application.

Acceptance

The acceptance stage begins when an application is submitted to the Planning Inspectorate, who then has 28 days to determine if it meets the required standards for examination.

Pre-examination

Once our application is accepted, any person or authority can register as an Interested Party and submit written representations to the Planning Inspectorate. An independent panel, known as the Examining Authority, will be appointed to conduct the examination. All Interested Parties will be invited to a Preliminary Meeting.

Examination

The Examining Authority will examine the application, and all representations received from Interested Parties. Hearings will be held where members of the public are welcome to attend.

Recommendation

Following the examination, the Examining Authority will prepare a report, including a recommendation, to be submitted to the Secretary of State.

Decision

The Secretary of State will make a decision on whether to grant or refuse development consent.

Construction

If Development Consent is granted, we plan to begin construction of Calderdale Energy Park as soon as practicable following approval.