Applications for development can start to be received at the time of the planned launch in October and there will also be a ‘pre-launch’ in the summer which will provide further details about the leasing and ensure that the people and organisations involved have the information they need ahead of the final launch.
This aligns with previous commitments to ensure that ScotWind leasing is launched in 2019.
In addition to a target launch date, Crown Estate Scotland has today (Monday 29th April) provided further information outlining the proposed process and timelines to help developers and communities gain a fuller understanding of the next steps.
The final timings of the leasing are directly linked to the development of Marine Scotland’s Sectoral Marine Plan for Offshore Wind.
“Scotland has the potential to be a major focus for offshore wind activity in the coming years” said John Robertson, Senior Development Manager for Crown Estate Scotland. “This can bring with it the development of a world class supply chain and an economic boost for communities across the country, in addition to providing an ideal route to help us further decarbonise our economy and meet our climate change targets. We want to provide clarity around our leasing proposals. We’ll continue to liaise closely with the industry and others in the coming months, and we’ll confirm the exact launch date in due course.”
The proposed timings released today are as follows:
Pre-launch to provide further information – July 2019
Crown Estate Scotland Leasing Launched – October 2019
Deadline for applications to Crown Estate Scotland – between February and April 2020
Offer of option agreements to successful applicants following publication of the Final Sectoral Plan adopted by Scottish Ministers – between May and July 2020
Crown Estate Scotland will give a further update on intended timings in July 2019.
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