Glint and Glare

Consideration needs to be given to the design of the solar panels and site layout as this will have potential implications from glint and glare on existing and new communities, landscape and visual amenity, users of the Public Rights Of Way (PROW) network and road, rail and aircraft safety. A glint and glare assessment should be considered to ensure that any significant effects from glint and glare can be identified and appropriately mitigated for example, through the use of anti-glint/glare solar panels.


Page updated: 29/06/2022


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