Item6AA20230087DETTomintoulCampsiteCommitteeReport

This document contains a planning application to the Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) for a change of use and alteration to form a new campsite with a shower facility, hard standing, and drainage at The Old Mart, Conglass Lane, Tomintoul, Moray. The application, submitted by Tomintoul & Glenlivet Development Trust, was called in on 20 February 2023, and the recommendation is to approve it, subject to conditions. The proposed site is located on the eastern side of Tomintoul, north of the B939 road, and will include 29 caravan pitches with associated facilities. The Park Authority has received several representations, both for and against the application raising issues such as impacts on water and power supplies, traffic, wildlife, dark skies and noise. The Park Authority recommends approval of the application based on compliance with the relevant planning policies and conditions, which include a landscaping scheme, a lighting management plan, and a construction method statement.