The Planning Inspectorate- Wales

Sites of Special Scientific Interest Appeals

Schedule 9 of the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 gives the Countryside Council for Wales the power to issue consent notices and management notices in relation to land which is part of, or would affect a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). If the land has been dedicated to the care of the Forestry Commission and is predominantly woodland, the Commissioners will deal with any applications.

Section 28F of the Act gives people who are unhappy with the Council's decision a right of appeal to The National Assembly. The Act is available at larger public libraries. You can also find it on the internet at:

http://www.legislation.hmso.gov.uk

In the event that such notices are issued, an appeal may be made by sending an official appeal form to the National Assembly. The Planning Inspectorate will appoint an Inspector to act on behalf of the National Assembly, who will then produce a report detailing his conclusion on the issues raised and a recommendation as to whether or not the appeal should be allowed.

SSSI Appeal Form s28F (refusal of consent) 72.5KB

SSSI Appeal Form s28F (withdrawal or modification of consent) 68.5KB

Download the SSSI Appeal Guidance for appellants in HTML
SSSI Appeal Guidance for Appellants 87.2KB

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