Olrig Hill

A simple page to help keep those that do not use Facebook informed on the Olrig Hill  area proposals

There are many applications that Save Caithness consider unreasonable if the character and environment are to be preserved.  Placing 200m high turbines on top of Olrig Hill must be near the top of any list of unacceptable proposals!  Our view is that Highland Council and their Planners have been remiss in failing to address their outdated and draconian onshore windfarm policy, which continues to encourage developers to apply to place turbines almost anywhere in rural Caithness.

Olrig Hill is the most distinctive landmark in the north of Caithness.  It is a cherished landmark to many.  Nearer the centre of the county,  Spittal Hill fulfils a similar role.  Further south it is Ben-a-chielt.  To place turbines in such locations has a huge effect on the landscape and would be a severe injury to those that treasure the character of their county.

Castletown & District Community Council meeting on 30th April at 7.30 Castletown Dill Hall. Olrig Mains Windfarm is on the agenda - all welcome

The Scoping Opinion from Highland Council has been published and can be viewed here

Link to full set of documents