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Coastal Protection Works Stornoway Airport Melbost Point Isle Of Lewis
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Council sourceConstruction of coastal protection at the existing beach and sand dune interface, along the north-eastern boundary of the airport. This will be in the form of reno mattress and gabion baskets, laid on a slope on the dune face. Length 1180m. The existing rock armour defence at the runway end will also be repaired and reinforced with further rock armour placed at its toe. Length 400m. On the estuary side, some further reno mattress will be installed to halt erosion here. Length 100m.
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
Understand planning application documents, officer reports and decision notices. Use a reading checklist, document table and worked example to inspect a case.
Understanding planning · 13 min read
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Understanding planning · 13 min read
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