Item 5 Appendix 3 InitialCComments 20250167DET Track Newtonmore

This document contains an email from the Newtonmore & Vicinity Community Council regarding planning application 2025/0167/DET, which proposes building and upgrading a forestry extraction track near Newtonmore. The Community Council explains that this application slipped their attention previously but highlights several concerns raised by local residents. These concerns include how the proposed track would disrupt traditional crofting, particularly affecting animal grazing and requiring new fencing. Residents also preferred an alternative route that would have less impact on crofters, and they feel the Park Authority did not consult them enough on the chosen route. Additionally, the track might cause people to divert from the popular Wildcat Trail. The Community Council is asking if there is still time for them to formally submit their views on the application.