properties within the vicinity are either not orientated towards the proposed Project or are enclosed by vegetation either in their garden grounds or in the hedgerows.
81.
Seen at a range of approximately 800m, the Bramford Sub-station and associated pylons form a prominent feature and a focus to this view. The extent of the view is limited largely to the immediate surrounding fields with the outer limits defined by small blocks of woodland. The landscape appears well managed, albeit lacking any special or distinctive features.
29.5.4.2 Value 82.
The value of this view is limited by the fact that it is not taken from a recognised viewpoint, nor is it representative of a location people would visit to enjoy the view. It is a view that would be experienced by a small number of local residents, as well as walkers on adjoining PRoWs. The landscape in the view is not subject to any landscape designations which would denote a special sensitivity in terms of scenic value and the view is typical of the wider agricultural landscape. The pylons and the sub-station, which are mostly seen behind the intervening woodland cover, have an existing influence on the view. There is, however, a local value to the view in respect of the visual amenity of nearby residents and walkers on the PROW. |The value of the view is medium.
29.5.4.3 Susceptibility •
The susceptibility of the local residents is moderated by the limited extents of visibility which is likely to occur. None of the properties in this area have the potential to gain clear views of the proposed project, either owing to their orientation or the screening effect of vegetation. While properties in the area may gain oblique or partially screened views from their upper floors, these views would not be readily apparent. Whilst there is a lack of clear views from the properties, visibility may be gained from the road and garden grounds, as well as from the nearby PROW. The susceptibility of residents and walkers is medium.
29.5.4.4 Sensitivity 83.
The combination of the ratings for the value of the view and the susceptibility of viewers to the potential change, leads to a medium sensitivity.
29.5.4.5 Magnitude of change 84.
Those aspects of the construction stage which would be evident from this viewpoint include the presence and movement of the cranes, the use of temporary lighting during darkness and the emergence of the structure of the converter station. Construction activities occurring at a lower level would not be so apparent owing to distance and screening by intervening tree cover. The closer proximity of the
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