Item 6 Appendix 2 CC comments 20260014DET 12 Motorhome Pitches Ballater

This document contains comments from a community council regarding planning application 2026/0014/DET, submitted by Mr Richard Frimston. The application proposes to change a putting green at Ballater Golf Club on Victoria Road, Ballater, into 12 motorhome pitches with vehicular access. While not directly objecting to or supporting the proposal, the community council disagrees with arguments suggesting there is no need for more camping facilities in Ballater. They highlight that the Deeside economy relies heavily on tourism, and the Ballater Caravan Park frequently turns away visitors. Many motorhome drivers currently use public car parks, such as Cambus o'May, Church Square, and Monaltrie Park, for overnight stays, which lack proper waste disposal facilities. The council emphasises that there is a significant shortage of local accommodation, including for caravans, motorhomes, and campers, urging the planning authority to consider these factors.